Research Fellow in Computer Vision

**Research Fellow in Computer Vision**:
**Position Number**: 0063971
**Location**: Parkville
**Role type**: Full-time - Fixed Term 2 years
**Faculty**: Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
**Department/School**: School of Computing and Information Systems
**Salary**: Research Fellow Grade 2 (Level B)
- $119,231 - $141,581 p.a. plus 17% super
- **Conduct independent research, leading to publications in conferences and journals, while actively collaborating with researchers in the School of Computing and Information Systems.**:

- **Engage in impactful research and contribute to teaching, whilst developing your communication and teaching skills while mentoring future students. **Teaching comprises 20% of the role, which will allow you to focus primarily on your research.**:

- **Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families**

**About the Role**
This role presents a unique opportunity for an accomplished researcher and educator to contribute significantly to the University of Melbourne's School of Computing and Information Systems. You will coordinate and conduct engaging lectures and tutorials at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels while actively participating in teaching innovation. Additionally, you will lead independent research projects, contribute to the development of a robust research program in AI, Representation Learning, and Natural Language Processing, and collaborate with a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in teaching and research.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Coordinate and conduct lectures and tutorials for undergraduate and postgraduate students, ensuring effective delivery and continuous improvement of teaching materials.
- Independently plan and execute research projects, analysing data and communicating findings to collaborators and stakeholders.
- Prepare technical reports and manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals while maintaining detailed records of experiments conducted.
- Collaborate with colleagues and assist in experiments to enhance the department’s research output in AI, Representation Learning, and Natural Language Processing.

**Who We Are Looking For**
We seek individuals who are passionate about teaching and research, demonstrating a commitment to student success and continuous improvement. The ideal applicant will exhibit strong organizational skills, collaborative abilities, and a proactive approach to developing innovative teaching materials and conducting impactful research.

You will also have:

- A PhD in Computer Vision, AI, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, or a related discipline.
- Proven research record with publications in leading journals and conferences appropriate to experience.
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities, with a commitment to conducting independent and interdisciplinary research.
- Excellent communication skills for effectively conveying complex research concepts to diverse audiences.
- Desirable skills include experience with Deep Learning Frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow) and C++/CUDA programming.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.**

**Your New Team - School of Computing & Information Systems**
The School of Computing & Information Systems (CIS) is a premier institution in Australia, excelling in research and teaching across diverse information technology disciplines such as Software Engineering, Information Systems, and Computer Science. Recognized as the highest-ranked School of its kind, CIS offers a comprehensive suite of IT and IS courses and maintains close collaborations with leading research initiatives, including Melbourne Bioinformatics and CSIRO's DATA61.

Joining our team means becoming part of a dynamic environment that fosters innovation and excellence. We are committed to attracting and retaining top talent, ensuring a vibrant academic atmosphere supported by a robust research community and a diverse graduate cohort. Our focus on collaboration and interdisciplinary approaches empowers staff to make a significant impact in the field of computing, shaping the future of technology and education.

**What We Offer You**
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page

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