RSSS Director: Lead Social Science Innovation & Impact

Australian National University; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian National University (ANU) invites applications for Director of the Research School of Social Sciences (RSSS). This senior academic role leads a multidisciplinary School spanning Demography, History, Philosophy, Politics and International Relations, and Sociology, fostering excellence in research, teaching and policy engagement.

The Director reports to the Dean of the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences and will shape RSSS’s strategy, support collaboration across disciplines,

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to RSSS and oversee research, teaching and policy engagement.
• Foster collaboration across disciplinary boundaries and strengthen internal and external partnerships.
• Drive innovation in teaching and learning and promote an inclusive, high-performing culture.

Job description

The Australian National University (ANU) invites applications for Director of the Research School of Social Sciences (RSSS). This senior academic role leads a multidisciplinary School spanning Demography, History, Philosophy, Politics and International Relations, and Sociology, fostering excellence in research, teaching and policy engagement.

The Director reports to the Dean of the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences and will shape RSSS’s strategy, support collaboration across disciplines,