Postdoctoral Research Opportunity: Postdoctoral Fellow – Australian National University

Postdoctoral Research Opportunity: Postdoctoral Fellow – Australian National University

• Institution: Australian National University (ANU)

• College: ANU College of Law, Governance and Public Policy

• Position: Postdoctoral Fellow

• Job ID: 563822

• Number of Positions: 2

• Classification: Academic Level A / Academic Level B

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term

• Duration: Up to 3 years

• Location: Canberra, ACT, Australia

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 60.89 lakh – INR 94.01 lakh annually

• Additional Benefit: 17% Superannuation

• Application Deadline: November 3, 2026 at 23:55 AEDT

Overview of the Opportunity

The Australian National University invites applications for two Postdoctoral Fellow positions within the ANU College of Law, Governance and Public Policy.

The positions are funded through a National Critical Research Infrastructure grant and focus on developing ethical, legally robust, and practical governance approaches for the use of stem cell lines in Australia.

Appointments may be made at either:

• Academic Level A

• Academic Level B

Applicants may indicate whether they wish to be considered for Level A, Level B, or both.

Research Focus

The project brings together research across:

• Law

• Ethics

• Public understanding of science

• Science communication

• Deliberative processes

• Stem cell governance

• Regulation

• Community engagement

• Research ethics

The overarching objective is to create a more transparent, trustworthy, and defensible framework for institutions and researchers using stem cell lines.

Position 1 – Legal & Regulatory Focus

One position will primarily focus on:

• Legal aspects of consent

• Regulatory frameworks

• Different models of donor consent

• Governance of historical stem cell samples

• Ethical and legal considerations surrounding use beyond original donor consent

Position 2 – Community Engagement & Deliberation Focus

The second position will focus more strongly on:

• Community engagement

• Co-design

• Public understanding of science

• User-friendly implementation

• Evaluation of deliberative processes

• Stakeholder consultation

• Development of practical governance mechanisms

Key Research Outcomes

Successful candidates will contribute to:

• Stakeholder consultations

• Surveys

• Targeted deliberative forums

• Academic publications

• Policy recommendations

• Ethical governance frameworks

• Practical consent-management systems for stem cell research

The project aims to support ethical and sustainable management of both historical and prospective stem cell lines.

Appointment Details

• Number of Positions: 2

• Appointment Type: Full-Time

• Contract: Fixed-Term

• Duration: Up to 3 years

• Classification: Academic Level A or B

Applicants should review the separate position descriptions for each academic level because responsibilities and selection criteria may differ.

Salary & Benefits

The stated annual salary package is:

AUD 91,546 – AUD 141,317 per annum

Approximately:

INR 60.89 lakh – INR 94.01 lakh annually

In addition, ANU provides:

17% Superannuation

Other employment benefits may include:

• Salary packaging

• Generous leave provisions

• Flexible working arrangements

• Professional and research support

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

1. Statement Addressing the Selection Criteria

2. Current Curriculum Vitae

   • Including names and contact details of at least 3 referees

   • Preferably including a current or previous supervisor

3. Any Other Documents Required for the Relevant Classification

Applications that do not address the selection criteria may not be considered.

Work Authorization

The preferred candidate must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Successful candidates will also be required to complete:

• Mandatory pre-employment declarations

• Relevant background checks

Important Date

Application Deadline:
November 3, 2026 at 23:55 AEDT

Application Process

• Job ID: 563822

• Application Link: https://jobs.anu.edu.au/jobs/postdoctoral-fellow-canberra-act-act-australia-110926b4-25f4-47c7-bff6-b660109608cf

• Position Contact: Associate Professor Rebekah McWhirter

• Email: Rebekah.McWhirter@anu.edu.au

Applicants should clearly state whether they wish to be considered for Academic Level A, Academic Level B, or both.

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