Position Number: 0065657
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 4 years
Faculty: Engineering and Information Technology
School: Computing and Information Systems
Salary: Academic Level A - $83,468 - $113,262 p.a. plus 17% super
- Conduct independent research / Collaborate with leading academics / Publish in prestigious journals
- Apply now to drive innovation in machine learning and spatial data management at a world-class institution
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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Your next career opportunity
As a Research Fellow in the School of Computing and Information Systems, you'll lead cutting-edge research in machine learning for spatial data management. You'll have the opportunity to publish in top-tier venues, collaborate with renowned academics, and contribute to the school's strong research programme. This role offers you the chance to shape the future of computer science while developing your own research profile in a supportive, world-class institution.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conduct Innovative Research: Plan and execute independent research in machine learning and spatial data management, analysing data and communicating findings.
- Publish and Present: Prepare manuscripts for top-tier conferences and journals, and present results at national forums.
- Collaborate and Mentor: Work with internal and external stakeholders, supervise junior researchers, and contribute to the school's research output.
- Contribute to Teaching: Deliver lectures, tutorials, and laboratory sessions, while supervising and mentoring students in your area of expertise.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a passionate researcher with a PhD in Computer Science or a related field, experienced in machine learning for spatial data management, with a track record of publications in top-tier venues such as SIGMOD, VLDB, ICML, NeurIPS, ICLR, or TPAMI.
You may also:
- Have a strong background in machine learning, particularly foundation models for spatial data management.
- Possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative research team.
- Have experience in preparing funding applications and managing research projects.
- Show enthusiasm for mentoring junior researchers and contributing to the academic community.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – School of Computing and Information Systems
The School of Computing & Information Systems (CIS) undertakes research and teaching across a range of information technology disciplines including Software Engineering, Information Systems, and Computer Science. CIS is the most highly ranked School of Computing and Information Systems in Australia according to all major rankings (THE, QS, ARWU). It offers a comprehensive range of IT and IS courses at all levels, including offerings in science, engineering, and business, and is at the forefront of computing research in Australia and internationally with close links to major computing research initiatives, including Melbourne Bioinformatics, CSL, The Cremorne Digital Hub and CSIRO’s DATA61.
The School’s aim is to attract and retain outstanding staff in order to maintain a leading research and teaching profile. We have an existing highly successful research team in the area of the appointment, a large number of PhD students, and a substantial cohort of graduate students in our coursework Master programs.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Brett Verity via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
