KALACC Research Fellow

Classification: Academic Level B
Salary package: $101,805- $115,428 pa plus 17% superannuation
Term: Fixed term, full time position for 3.5 years
Location: Canberra, Perth or Broome

Position overview

The Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research (CAEPR) in the College of Arts and Social Sciences in partnership with the Kimberley Aboriginal Law and Cultural Centre invites applications for the position of Research Fellow (Level B) to carry out social science research on Indigenous policy that is of high international and disciplinary standard and informs intellectual understanding, public debate, policy formation and social action. This position aims to attract talented, recent doctoral graduates who will complement the Centre's existing disciplinary mix, which includes anthropology, economics, political science, education, and development studies. This position will be based in CAEPR at the Australian National University. The Kimberley Region is the focus area, but the position can be completed from either The Kimberley, Canberra or Perth.

CAEPR is seeking someone with proven quantitative and/or qualitative research skills, a record of publications in peer-reviewed books, journals and/or policy-focused reports, and a demonstrated capacity to build strong relationships with First Nations communities and organisations, researchers, and policy makers.  Previous experience in Indigenous evaluation or community development in the Kimberley will be desirable but not essential. In addition, the successful candidate also will also have a demonstrated capacity to apply for competitive grants and carry out commissioned research.

College overview

The ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS) is one of seven Colleges at ANU. The College, which is structured into two main research schools, offers degrees in more than 20 discipline areas and excels in research across the creative arts, humanities and social sciences. The College has a substantial international research presence and is a major source of national policy advice. Our academic staff are internationally recognised for their research, and 57 are members of the Australian Academy of the Humanities, the Academy of the Social Sciences of Australia, or both. We also host 13 Australian Research Council Future Fellows and three ARC Laureates. A hub of vibrant activity, we host more than 270 lectures, concerts and exhibitions each year, most of which are open to the public. Our students, staff and graduates come from more than 60 nations, bringing a diversity of perspective to campus life.

Enquiries: Dr Mandy Yap, Fellow, CAEPR, T: 02 6125 2053 E: [email protected]

Position Description: KALACC Research Fellow_Level B PD.pdf

Closing Date: 16 January 2022

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on [email protected]  

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.