Research Fellow in Brain-computer Interfaces

2 weeks ago

Parkville, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

**Job no**: 0059552
**Location**:Parkville
**Role type**:Full time/Fixed-term up to 3 years
**Faculty**:Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
**Department/School**:School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering
**Salary**:Level A $80,258* - $108,906 p.a. plus 17% super (*PhD entry Level A.6 - $101,460 p.a.)

The University of Melbourne would like to acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which our campuses are situated, the Wurundjeri and Boon Wurrung Peoples, the Yorta Yorta Nation, the Dja Dja Wurrung People. We acknowledge that the land on which we meet and learn was the place of age-old ceremonies, of celebration, initiation and renewal, and that the local Aboriginal Peoples have had and continue to have a unique role in the life of these lands.

**About the Role**

The University of Melbourne is seeking a proactive postdoctoral Research Fellow to join its Department of Biomedical Engineering as part of the Moonshot Research and Development Program funded by the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST). The project's objective is to develop advanced machine learning algorithms to decode neural information from intracranial electroencephalography (iEEG) recordings and enhance the accuracy and reliability of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). The Research Fellow will conduct research in deep learning and other cutting-edge machine learning methods, analyse recorded signals, and prepare research outcomes for publication in conferences and journals.

The role may require independent travel to Japan for 1-3 months each year to collaborate with partners at Osaka University.

Responsibilities include:

- Contribute towards the research effort of the team and develop research expertise and deliver against research objectives in a timely manner.
- Under the guidance and support of Senior Academic staff, conduct internationally competitive research resulting in publications in high impact journals.
- Undertake occasional teaching, tutorials, marking and laboratory duties as required by the Department/School.
- Engage with relevant professional and industry bodies and stakeholders to foster collaborative partnerships.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented postdoctoral Research Fellow to join a cutting-edge project focused on pushing the boundaries of biological limitations through physical, cognitive, and perceptual augmentation. In collaboration with partners at Osaka University, this role presents an excellent opportunity for personal and professional development and the chance to make significant contributions to ground-breaking research.

**About You**

To be successful in this role, you should be self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently with mínimal supervision while prioritizing tasks effectively. You should possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex research concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Additionally, you should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.

You will also have:

- PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or equivalent
- Strong background in machine learning specifically deep neural networks
- Excellent programming skills

**To ensure the University continues to provide a safe environment for everyone, this position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check.**

**Please note: To be considered for this role you must have current valid work rights for Australia.**

**About the University**
The University of Melbourne is consistently ranked amongst the leading universities in the world. We are proud of our people, our commitment to research and teaching excellence, and our global engagement.

**About - Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology**

For over 150 years, the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) has been at the forefront of engineering and IT education and research in Australia. We are a diverse and interdisciplinary school, comprised of three main areas: Computing and Information Systems (CIS), Chemical and Biomedical Engineering (CBE), and Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering (EMI).

The Department of Biomedical Engineering is a flourishing academic unit that specializes in tackling complex problems at the intersection of engineering and the life sciences. Its research is diverse and encompasses a broad range of fields, including biomaterials, biomechanics, neuroengineering, and synthetic biology. The department has a strong commitment to collaboration and maintains extensive partnerships with leading institutions, industry, and hospitals both nationally and internationally.

**Benefits of Working with Us**
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