Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, Information Technology
James Cook University Townsville, QLD, Australia- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 22-Oct-2024
- Townsville, QLD, Australia
- Academic Level B or C $106,593 - $148,787 per annum plus up to 17% employer superannuation contributions, leave loading and other generous employee benefits
- Foster excellence in teaching and research.
- Contribute to curriculum development.
- Coordinate IT programs and marketing and outreach support for the Discipline.
- Collaborate with industry and other stakeholders to identify and develop opportunities for innovation-driven partnerships.
- PhD qualification or equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science or related areas.
- Established expertise in contemporary Information Technology research, particularly in AI/Cloud Computing/Cybersecurity.
- Demonstrated experience in research through publications in high-quality journals/conferences and in attracting research grants.
- Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate education and training in Information Technology, Computer Science and related disciplines.
- Success or capacity to attract competitive research funding.
- Ability to efficiently organize and conduct research projects and conduct collaborative, multi-disciplinary research within a team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with experience working effectively in teams and engaging with industry, community agencies, and professional bodies.
- Ability to contribute to outreach and marketing activities in support of a university, government department, research organization, or other institutions.
- Experience in the development, teaching, and coordination of programs with active, flipped classroom, blended learning settings (Desirable).
- A track record of engagement in innovation-driven opportunities in research and/or industry environments (Desirable).
- Generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper.
- 5 weeks of annual recreation leave and 15 days of paid sick/personal/carers leave per year.
- Cultural leave and flexible working options.
- Attractive options for salary packaging.
- Fitness Passport.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Professional development support.
- Well-equipped campus facilities including medical, cafes, gym, and childcare.
- Applications close on 22 October 2024 at 11:55 PM AEST.
- For any enquiries about the role, please contact Professor Ickjai Lee via email at ickjai.lee@jcu.edu.au.
We're Hiring!
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, Information Technology
Job ID: 492376
Location: Townsville
Type: Academic
Employment Type: Full time
Closing on: Oct 22 2024
POSITION DESCRIPTION
James Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, Information Technology to join our team at the College of Science and Engineering in the Academy.
Full-time; continuing
Academic Level B or C $106,593 - $148,787 per annum plus up to 17% employer superannuation contributions, leave loading and other generous employee benefits.
Located at the picturesque Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus in tropical North Queensland.
Level of appointment and remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
About the College of Science and Engineering
The College of Science and Engineering is a comprehensive provider of world class research and undergraduate and postgraduate programs in a range of science, technology and engineering disciplines.
As part of the Academy, the College of Science and Engineering promotes, supports and administers quality teaching, hands-on experiences, industry placements and research at JCU in the areas of Marine Biology & Aquaculture, Zoology and Ecology, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Planning, Information Technology, Physical Sciences, and Engineering.
We are recognised globally for our excellence in research and we strive to ensure that we bring research directly into our classrooms. Our diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs are united by a commitment to excellent teaching, experiential learning opportunities utilising our world class infrastructure and natural laboratories, and a commitment to diversity and respect for difference.
Our postgraduate courses offer professionals opportunities to develop their abilities and advance their careers and our PhD program has launched a thousand research careers.
About the role
Working with a diverse team of academics and researchers, you will foster excellence in teaching and research, whilst contributing to curriculum development and coordinating IT programs and marketing and outreach support for the Discipline. With excellent interpersonal skills, you will collaborate with a range of industry and other stakeholders to identify and develop opportunities for innovation-driven partnerships.
What you can bring to the role
- A PhD qualification or equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science or related areas.
- Established expertise in contemporary Information Technology research in particular in AI/Cloud Computing/Cybersecurity and the application thereof to a broad range of industries.
- Demonstrated experience in research through publications in high-quality journals/conferences and in attracting research grants.
- Demonstrated experience and ability to undertake undergraduate and postgraduate education and training in Information Technology, Computer Science and related disciplines.
- Demonstrated success or capacity to attract competitive research funding.
- Demonstrated ability to efficiently organize and conduct research projects and conduct collaborative, multi-disciplinary research within team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and demonstrated capacity of communicating technical concept to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, evidenced through experience with working effectively in teams, engagement with industry, community agencies and professional bodies.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to outreach and marketing activities in support of a university, government department, research organization or other institutions.
- Demonstrated experience in the development, teaching and coordination of programs with active, flipped classroom, blended learning settings. (Desirable)
- A track record of engagement in innovation-driven opportunities in research and/or industry environments. (Desirable)
Shape your future with JCU
At JCU we’re not just shaping minds; we’re shaping the future.
As Australia’s only university established to focus on the issues of Northern Australia and the Tropics worldwide, JCU is dedicated to helping the world’s tropical regions to prosper. With our main campuses located in the vibrant and diverse tropics of Northern Queensland, JCU is at the forefront of research and education in some of the world’s most critical areas, including marine biology, environmental science, tropical and rural health, and more.
Find out more about JCU, our Careers and our locations.
Why JCU?
JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth. Employee wellbeing is at the core of our values, and we support our people through the provision of flexible working conditions and many other benefits including;
- A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper.
- 5 weeks of annual recreation leave and 15 days of paid sick/personal/carers leave per year.
- Cultural leave and Flexible working options.
- Attractive options for salary packaging.
- Fitness Passport.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Professional development support.
- Well-equipped campus facilities including medical, cafes, gym and childcare.
What matters to us at JCU?
- Our People – Our staff, students, and the communities we serve.
- Our Education – Knowledge has the power to change lives.
- Our Place – the Tropics and beyond.
- Our Research – a catalyst for innovation and knowledge generation.
How to Apply
Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the Tropics.
Click the ‘apply’ button to be redirected to the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:
- Complete the application form.
- Upload your current resume.
- Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.
- Upload a separate document in response to the selection criteria as found in the duty descriptor.
Applications close on 22 October 2024 at 11:55 PM AEST.
For any enquiries about the role, please contact Professor Ickjai Lee via email at ickjai.lee@jcu.edu.au.
About our process
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James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.