Griffith University170 Kessels Rd, Nathan QLD 4111, Australia
Closing date:
03-Jul-2024
Expired
Dates
3rd July - 2023
Responsibilities
Conduct research aligned with the goals of the Centre/Institute to advance knowledge and achieve research objectives.
Develop a strong publication record by publishing research findings in reputable international journals and conferences. Additionally, actively seek competitive funding opportunities for research projects.
Specialise in fine-grain visual classification in agriculture, encompassing fundamental theories, new approaches, algorithms, technical investigations, system implementations, and experiments for research projects.
Collaborate with team members on research projects, contributing to their development and preparation. Foster a collaborative research environment.
Engage in teaching activities as required and provide mentorship and supervision to research higher degree students. Help nurture the next generation of researchers.
Requirements
PhD in computer science, engineering, applied mathematics, or a related field.
Proven track record in conducting research, including publications in esteemed journals and conferences such as IEEE TPAMI, IEEE TIP, PR, CVPR, ICCV, IJCAI, AAAI.
Benefits
Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment.
Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
Notes
This is a fixed term (2 years), full time position.
The successful candidate will be appointed at either Grade 1 or 2 depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
Extras
Griffith University values diversity, inclusion, and flexibility. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $78,871.35 - $105,004.02, plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%. The total FTE package will be up to $92,279.48 - $122,854.70 annually.
Responsibilities
Assist in the development of new programs and course material in computer science, software engineering and associated topics, by consulting with program advisors and stakeholders, ensuring courses are engaging, relevant and contemporary.
Teach across different settings and collaborate on educational practice and innovative curriculum design including online learning and alternative teaching methods.
Undertake teaching, including collaboration on course coordination, lecturing, tutoring, consultation and the preparation of teaching and assessment materials and marking for undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Maintain and improve the quality of courses as measured through evaluation instruments to meet industry and educational standards.
Undertake a range of activities which contribute to maintaining currency within the discipline.
Strengthen student engagement and student experience through collaboration and the provision of high-quality service to students, including academic consultation, counselling and advice.
Gather evidence of teaching effectiveness to improve the quality of courses and teaching and engage in professional development to enhance teaching effectiveness.
Understand and apply University rules relevant to teaching and learning practice.
Consistently undertake activities that develop a knowledge base of effective discipline-specific pedagogical practices.
Work with colleagues in the development of quality projects which explore, test, implement and communicate new or improved approaches towards pedagogical practices.
Participate in applications for internal and external funding to support projects and activities promoting improved pedagogies.
Contribute to educational partnerships with peers and/or students and/or external partners that result in quality outputs.
Develop an emerging profile in teaching and the scholarship of teaching and learning.
Demonstrate and promote UQ values.
Shows leadership of self through collaboration and active participation in priority activities for the Faculty.
Contribute to educational mentorship and development of teachers.
In collaboration with the EAIT Associate Dean (External Engagement) and EAIT Manager, International Engagement develop and maintain external links by cultivating relationships with high schools and EAIT international partners.
In collaboration with the EAIT Associate Dean (External Engagement) and EAIT Manager, International Engagement determine priority international partners.
In collaboration with the EAIT Associate Dean (Academic) and the EAIT Manager, International engagement develop relevant academic strategies and programs to improve student experiences outcomes with these institutions.
In collaboration with the EAIT Associate Dean (Academic) monitor international articulation students’ academic progression.
Attend and assist pre-departure, international student orientation, farewell, and deliver events for incoming EAIT cohort students; monitor the need for further ongoing support.
International travel and other related duties as required.
Any other duties as reasonably directed by your supervisor.
Requirements
Completion (or near completion) of a PhD in computer science, computer engineering or a cognate discipline, or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
Demonstrated knowledge of computer science or computer engineering education and curriculum design.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and teach undergraduate classes in a variety of settings, including small and large groups, studio-based teaching and individual project supervision.
Skills in all aspects of teaching practice, including course design.
Well-developed communication, interpersonal and consultative skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from a multidisciplinary background.
Ability to work with culturally diverse student cohorts.
A profile of professional expertise that complements and/or supplements the expertise that currently exists within the School and the broader University.
Work Rights: Visa sponsorship may be available for this appointment.
Mandatory Immunisations: It is a condition of employment for this role that you will be required to provide evidence of immunisation against certain vaccine preventable diseases.
Background Checks: All final applicants for this position may be asked to consent to a criminal record check.
Benefits
Being part of a Group of Eight university.
Recognition of prior service with other Australian universities.
Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave.
17.5% annual leave loading.
Flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times.
Genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
Notes
If you are relocating from interstate or overseas, UQ will support you with the visa sponsorship process and a relocation support package.
For more information, contact Professor Aleksandar Rakic via email or for application queries, contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number in the subject line.