Responsible Technology Policy Specialist

University of Technology Sydney; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work practices

Parental leave

Salary packaging opportunities

Job summary

University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is seeking a Responsible Technology Policy Specialist on a two-year contract to lead HTI’s responsible technology policy programs. You will collaborate across teams to drive AI regulatory reform, engage with government, civil society and industry, and shape policy to foster safe, responsible AI for Australia.

The role is full-time on a hybrid schedule, with a preference for on-campus presence three days per week and potential remote work for two days.

Qualifications

• Experience affecting change and realising excellence in public policy, ideally in areas relevant to AI and technology.
• Skills across the policy development cycle, including rigorous analysis and research, stakeholder engagement, and communication of outputs for impact.
• An understanding of regulatory principles and practices, particularly as they apply to AI and emerging technologies.
• A demonstrated commitment to responsible technology, including consideration of human rights and social justice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HTI’s flagship programs focused on responsible technology policy.
• Collaborate with HTI team members to drive AI regulatory reform, uplift regulators and public interest lawyers, and shape emerging technology policy.
• Conduct critical research, engage with government, civil society and industry to ensure research affects real and lasting change.
• Be at the forefront of work focused on enabling safe and responsible AI policy, practices and regulation for Australia.

Job description

About the UTS Human Technology Institute

The Human Technology Institute (HTI) is at the forefront of driving the regulatory, governance and technical change needed to enable a future where the benefits of digital technologies are delivered in a way that uplifts our communities and upholds human rights. We measure our success by directly influencing policy, by helping Australian business responsibly adopt digital technologies, and by building new data-driven systems that unlock value for underserved, minority, marginalised and vulnerable communities.

We bring together a team of experts with deep experience in law, policy, procurement, governance, statistics, software engineering, and artificial intelligence. Our cross-disciplinarity and deep connection into the full digital technology design, development, evaluation, and deployment lifecycle enables us to deliver solutions for government and business that are not wedded to any one silo or perspective.

About your role

HTI is seeking a Responsible Technology Policy Specialist to join the team on a two-year contract.

You will be a key member of the team delivering HTI’s flagship programs focused on responsible technology policy. You will collaborate with HTI team members to drive meaningful AI regulatory reform, uplift the strategic capability of regulators and public interest lawyers, and shape emerging technology policy.

You will conduct critical research in this fast-moving space, engage deeply with government, civil society and industry to ensure that our research affects real and lasting change, and be at the forefront of work which is focused on enabling safe and responsible AI policy, practices and regulation for Australia.

With examples, please address the below four (4) key selection criteria within your cover letter:

• experience affecting change and realising excellence in public policy, ideally in areas relevant to AI and technology
• skills across the policy development cycle, including rigorous analysis and research, stakeholder engagement, and communication of outputs for impact
• an understanding of regulatory principles and practices, particularly as they apply to AI and emerging technologies
• a demonstrated commitment to responsible technology, including consideration of human rights and social justice.

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities please download the position description from our website.

A competitive salary will be offered, including 17% superannuation.

This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for 2 years. This role is predominantly performed on campus three days per week, with the option to work two days remotely. Part-time applicants will also be considered; please indicate your preference at the point of application.

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

Closing Date: Sunday 20th September 2026 at 11.59pm (AEST)

Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.

UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community.