"GIS Specialist (ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration))"

Position overview

The University Library is part of the Scholarly Information Services (SIS) division within the Research and Innovation Portfolio. The University Library is a key piece of collection infrastructure for researchers and students.

The Collection Access and Discovery functional area of the Library manages acquisitions, access, systems, metadata and digital scholarship. Digital Scholarship services include digitisation of ANU collections, management of the institutional repository Open Research and Data Repository Data Commons, and geographic information system (GIS) services and support. CartoGIS Services is responsible for providing high level advice, guidance and support in the design, development, production and implementation of cartographic and geographic information systems (GIS) research practices across the University for research, education and outreach purposes. CartoGIS Services aims to raise awareness of the application of GIS through the development of a community of scholars in which geospatial analysis and visualisation are used to inform trans-disciplinary research and education.

The GIS Specialist will promote the application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology in ANU research by delivering a suite of GIS training modules and working with the Asia Pacific Map Collection.

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $98,387 - $113,252 plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full-Time, Fixed Term (Until 14 June 2026)
Position Description and Selection Criteria: GIS Specialist.pdf

For further information please contact Erin Le Nevez, Manager Digital Scholarship, E: erin.lenevez@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au

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.

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.

Closing date: Sunday, 11 January 2026, 11:55 (AEDT)