Classification: Academic Level B
Salary package: $112,916 - $128,026 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: 2x Full time, Fixed Term (24 months)
These positions will provide opportunities to:
Conduct cutting edge research in machine learning and AI, such as but not limited to natural language processing and interpretable machine learning.Supervise research students and work as part of a larger team.Engage in inter-disciplinary collaborations with industry and government.About ANU and School of Computing
The ANU by 2025 Strategic Plan calls for the University to serve society through transformational research and education. As one of the great universities of the world, ANU is driven by a culture of excellence in everything we do. The School of Computing in the ANU College of Engineering, Computing and Cybernetics (CECC) has a strong foundation in computing and information sciences. We are a transformative centre for research in artificial intelligence and machine learning, computer systems and software, and theoretical foundations of computing.
About the opportunity
We invite two new Postdoctoral / Research Fellows to join a CSIRO/ANU/UNSW project on artificial intelligence for health, safety and environmental objectives. The Research Fellow appointments will be two years fixed term. The research project connects with the research strengths in the school on artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and vision, natural language understanding, and robotics.
This appointment will focus on interpretable machine learning for data summarisation, with applications in climate change, health, and environment. Competitive applicants are expected to have in-depth knowledge in at least one of the following areas: machine learning algorithms, human-centered machine learning, natural language and text processing. The research will involve algorithm design, formulating and solving human-centered machine learning problems, and connecting algorithmic innovation to application domains. The research fellow is expected to work with a team led by Prof Lexing Xie, Prof Jing Jiang, and Dr Thang Bui.
We are looking for strong team players with excellent interpersonal skills and the capacity to quickly develop productive and professional relationships with colleagues. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented PhD, master, and undergraduate students in the School of Computing. Appointees will also have opportunities to gain teaching experience, aligned with their career development and project settings.
Applicant Enquiries
To enquire about this opportunity, please contact Prof Lexing Xie at ******, Prof Jing Jiang ******, or Dr Thang Bui at ******.
We expect to hold reviews after the advertisement has closed, with potential future rounds scheduled in 2025.
Working at ANU
This is an opportunity to work with a world-class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence. We offer:
Attractive benefits and excellent support to maintain a healthy work/life balance, including four weeks paid vacation per year and 17% employer contribution to superannuation.Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks.Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces, and childcare facilities on campus.Career support, training, mentoring, and upskilling opportunities.For more information on a range of lifestyle, financial and non-financial rewards and programs, please click here.
Application information
In order to apply for this role please upload the following documents:
A statement addressing the selection criteria.A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor).Other documents, if required.Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. Please note: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.
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