Research Fellow (Level BRF)

• Based in UniSA STEM at the Mawson Lakes campus
• Full-time, fixed term contract
• Salary range: Level BRF $104,838 – $123,873 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role

We are seeking a Research Fellow to carry out research and development activities that will contribute to Future Energy Exports Cooperative Research Centre (FEnEx CRC) research project conducted jointly by UniSA and INPEX, titled ‘Asset Reliability and Risk Interoperability to Optimise Maintenance Execution and Improve Risk Management of Energy Producers’.

This is a full-time 12-month fixed term contract. The project is a two-year project with a stage gate after one year, subject to the industry partner’s decision. This will determine continuation of the project and whether an extension to the contract may be offered.

About the Industrial AI Research Centre at UniSA

The Industrial AI Research Centre (IAI) at UniSA includes researchers from Computer Science, Mathematics, and Engineering who work on practical problems in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Statistics, Control Theory and Analytics, over to Software Engineering, Data Management and Interoperability. This background permits it to cover research in AI, data and analytics, autonomous and adaptive systems and Industry 4.0, to help industry partners solve real world problems in application domains such as Manufacturing, Defence, Health, Agriculture, Transport, Energy and Resources. In the areas covered by IAI, UniSA was rated “above world standard” in AI and “well above world standard” in Mathematics and Engineering in the 2018 Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) evaluation. UniSA was the highest rated university in the 2018 Engagement and Impact (EI) evaluation in the field of IT, the only university in Australia to receive a top rating in all three evaluation criteria in this field.

Core Responsibilities

• Plan and execute research plans in the area of domain and metamodeling ontologies in a hands-on capacity
• Undertake day-to-day management of the research project to achieve project milestones and contribute to new ideas
• Design, develop and perform evaluations on prototype system developed together with FEnEx CRC partners or used within the FEnEx CRC context
• Prepare or contribute to the preparation of refereed journal publications, conference and seminar papers arising from the research
• Supervise, train and support postgraduate students, internship students and visiting students, where appropriate

Essential Skills and Experience

• A PhD in computer science or a relevant discipline
• Evidence of a strong track record of high-quality journal publications and conference presentations in the fields of ontologies, conceptual modelling and/or closely related areas
• Experience and strong research and development skills in data management, data integration, and related areas
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of data architectures for analytics or service orchestration (desirable)

Benefits

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• Attractive salary and generous superannuation contributions of 17%
• Flexible working from home arrangements
• Employee assistance and development programs
• A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car parking fees
• A variety of leave arrangements

Culture

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment.  Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results.

How to Apply

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA .  The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Please address your cover letter to Jessica Frisari, Consultant: Recruitment Central.  For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at recruitment@unisa.edu.au using job reference number 4577.

Applications close: 11.30pm Tuesday 1 November 2022

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

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