POST DOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW (ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE)
COMPUTING AND SECURITY
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE
JOONDALUP CAMPUS
$101,332 TO $113,918 (LEVEL A/B)
FIXED TERM (2.5 YEARS), FULL-TIME

Overview
The position is funded by and Australian Research Council grant (Discovery Project) held by Professor David Suter. It is a limited term position with an initial appointment of 2.5 years. Subject to grant funds remaining (and the ARC approving carry forward) a limited (up to 6 months) further employment may be available at the end of the initial 2.5 years.

The successful candidate will conduct research in the area of Artificial Intelligence and Data Analysis in relation to topics such as graph and hypergraph models of data, data complexity, structural properties of graph and hypergraph classes, algorithmic consequences, and applications. As such, the successful candidate must either have a good understanding (or be capable of rapidly obtaining a good understanding) of concepts from discrete mathematics in relation to graph theory, Boolean function theory and related topics. An interest in applying these ideas to areas such as Computer Vision, AI, social network modelling (and related areas) will be a plus: but the candidate must engage with the theoretical aspects of the project.

The position requires a PhD in a related area: Mathematics, Computer Science, or Engineering, and have an aptitude and demonstrated capability to publish in top ranked avenues in their field of study.

Depending on experience and qualifications, the appointment will commence at AlevA step 6 to AlevB step 1.

You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry Personal Excellence and Courage.

Benefits & Remuneration
This full-time, fixed-term position attracts remuneration of $101,332 to $113,918 plus 17% University superannuation contribution.

Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to email Prof. David Suter ([email protected]) for more information.

How to Apply
Please upload your resume along with a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, with specific reference to the items listed in the selection criteria document.

Closing Date:
Applications close on Tuesday 6 May 2025 at 11:30pm AWST.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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