The Principal / Senior Analyst leads the production of high-quality and high-impact analysis that is responsive to stakeholder needs and aligned with the Lab’s mission. This includes identifying analysis priorities based on emerging policy questions, designing and delivering analytical products, and shaping the Lab’s thought leadership.

The role spans traditional analytical work as well as testing and advancing innovative methodologies.

The Principal / Senior Analyst will report to the Lab’s Director of Analysis, and will work closely with the CEO, General Manager, and other analysts as well as our network of contractors, partners and vendors.

At the Lab, we understand that high performance comes in all shapes and sizes. The essential criteria that we are looking for in a Principal/Senior Analyst include:

• Extensive knowledge of, and experience in, the Australian government policy ecosystem.
• Proven experience working at the Principal / Senior Analyst level, ideally in a think tank.
• An interest and ability to bridge the research / policy maker divide.
• Strong knowledge and interest in Indo-Pacific development.
• A willingness to lead strategic thinking while also executing projects in a small team.
• Interest and ability to lead the Lab's engagement with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in the drafting, editing and publication of research and analysis.
• A willingness to think outside the box and innovate, including with AI and other technologies.

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How to apply

Email your CV with three recent and available referees to the Lab’s General Manager, Martina Zapf: mzapf@devintelligencelab.com by 1 June 2026. Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted on a rolling basis.