Associate Professor in Network Automation/SDN and Research Course Coordinator

Position: Associate Professor & Professor: Networking Automation and Research Course

Coordinator

Associate Professor: Networking Automation & Research Course Coordinator (SITE) Job in

Sydney NSW - SEEK

Location: Sydney Campus

Employment type: Full-time

About MIT

Melbourne Institute of Technology (MIT) is a leading Private institute of Higher Education with

campuses in Melbourne and Sydney. We provide IT, Networking, Data Analytics, Artificial

Intelligence, Business and Accounting programs, at bachelor's and master's degree levels, to

Australian and International students.

The Role

For our Sydney campus, we seek a dedicated

1. Associate Professor in Networking Automation and Research Course Coordinator

2. Professor in Networking Automation and Research Course Coordinator

The Professor & Associate Professor roles are expected to excel in academic leadership, fostering a

stimulating, collegial, and well-managed academic environment. As a scholar of international

standing, the Professor/Associate Professor will provide exemplary teaching, research, and

leadership that aligns with MIT's high standards.

Please follow the link to the Educational Services (Post-Secondary Education) Award 2020 for rates.

Core Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Partner with the Head of School and executive management to

heighten the Discipline's profile, both internally and externally.

• Curriculum Design & Delivery: Lead in identifying, designing, and implementing cutting-

edge curriculum, ensuring its relevance and excellence.

• Learning & Teaching: Implement best practices in program delivery, assessment

moderation, and continuous teaching quality improvement. Teaching load is 8

hours/week.

• Research & Scholarship: Lead research teams, collaborate for interdisciplinary research,

and mentor junior academic staff in their research endeavours.

• Planning, Policy Development, and Compliance: Play an instrumental role in strategic

planning, policy development, and ensuring adherence to academic policies and

procedures.

• Student Engagement: Enhance student educational experience, address student issues,

and actively participate in the student-staff Consultative Committee.

• External Relationships: Forge and nurture relationships with higher education providers,

alumni, professional associations, and industry groups.

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Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

• Mandatory – PhD or Doctorate degree in a related discipline

• Mandatory - A minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience at the tertiary level.

• Graduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education or equivalent qualification

• Demonstrated academic leadership in higher education, specifically in artificial

intelligence and networking or related fields.

• Extensive prior experience at the level of appointment (Level C & D)
• Proven experience in higher education curriculum development and delivery.
• Solid understanding of scholarship within a teaching-focused higher education institution.
• Clear commitment to and excellence in learning and teaching.

• Recognised national and international achievement in research at a professorial level.

• Capability for academic leadership within specific discipline(s).

Apply

Applications must include an updated resume with 3 professional referees.

Applications close on Sunday. 9 November 2025

MIT reserves the right to close applications early if a suitable applicant is identified prior to application

close date.

Melbourne Institute of Technology is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal

opportunity employer, and a leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a

diverse range of backgrounds and people.

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