Ref 4453/24 Associate Research Fellow, Institute for Culture and Society
Western Sydney University Internal Applicants Only.
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Full-Time, Fixed-Term Position for 5 Years
Based at Western’s Parramatta South Campus
$109,861 to $132,730 p.a. Inclusive of Superannuation and Leave Loading
About Us
Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located in the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing, economically significant region. The University has 11 campuses in Sydney, as well as campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Surabaya, Indonesia, with plans for two campuses in India. With over 200,000 alumni, almost 50,000 students, and approximately 3,500 staff, the University promotes a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture focused on research and dedicated to student-centered excellence.
Western’s Institute for Culture and Society (ICS) located on the Parramatta campus of Western Sydney University, conducts interdisciplinary and collaborative research that addresses the cultural challenges and contradictions of an increasingly globalised, heterogeneous and technologically mediated world. The Institute is committed to forging partnerships for cultural research and development with a broad range of organisations and communities in Western Sydney, as well as nationally and internationally.
The Opportunity
Are you passionate about exploring the future of mobile technologies and their impact on society and the environment? The Institute for Culture and Society are seeking a Postdoctoral Associate Research Fellow to work on an ARC Centre of Excellence in Automated Decision-Making and Society (CoE in ADM+S) signature project titled ‘After the Smartphone: Social, Ecological, and Governance Implications of Emerging Mobile Technologies and their Worlds’. You will work closely with Professor Gerard Goggin to contribute to this and other projects that develop greater understanding of the social, cultural and institutional dynamics of emerging mobile technologies across Southeast Asia.
Alongside participating in cutting-edge comparative research and publication, the Postdoctoral Associate Research Fellow will draw upon their media and cultural research, political economy, policy research, linguistic, cultural ethnographic, and other expertise to understand the shaping of emerging mobile technologies, cultures, and policy systems in their interplay among specific local, national, transnational, regional, and global settings. You will collaborate actively with researchers at the ICS and its national and international networks (including those via the WSU node of the CoE in ADM+S). Additionally, you will have administrative responsibilities including coordinating project planning, data management, and financial management. You will also have the opportunity to develop research-related teaching materials and occasionally contribute to teaching. Furthermore, you will assist in co-supervising and mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students, providing valuable advice within your field of expertise.
This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 5 years based at Parramatta South Campus, although travel to other campuses of the University may be required. Please review the position description for further information.
About You
You hold a PhD in a relevant field such as Cultural Studies, Media and Communication Studies, or Southeast Asian Studies, and have a proven track record in conducting in-depth research on emerging media technologies. Your excellent scholarly writing skills are evident through your publications in high-quality journals and creative research methods. You communicate complex ideas effectively to diverse audiences and collaborate well with stakeholders across academic conferences, industry events, and media engagements. Experienced in research project administration, you manage projects efficiently and meet deadlines. Your interest in mobile technology, policy, and governance, especially in Southeast Asia, aligns perfectly with this role.
If you are ready to make a significant impact in the field of mobile technologies and sustainability, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Remuneration Package: Academic Level A $109,861 to $132,730 p.a. (comprising Salary of $92,834 to $112,158 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)
Position Enquiries: Please direct enquires about the role to Professor Gerard Goggin via email at G.Goggin@westernsydney.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au
Closing Date: 8:30pm, Wednesday 23 October 2024
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