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Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow in Spatial Information Fusion

Employer
RMIT UNIVERSITY
Location
Melbourne, Australia
Closing date
9 May 2021
  • Full-time, 1 year fixed-term contract based at RMIT City campus but will be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University
  • Appointee for this position must hold an Australian citizenship OR Australian permanent residency as this project is expected to work closely with the Defence Sciences Technology Group (DSTG)
  • Opportunity to conduct research in the external-funded NEXUS project, "Explainable and Unified Reasoning and Sensor Fusion" , a collaboration between RMIT, DSTG, and University of Melbourne.
  • Applicants with experience in one or more of techniques such as Knowledge Representation (KR), knowledge graphs and ontologies; stream processing and online algorithms; Markov logic networks (MLNs) or Markov random fields; and qualitative spatial logics, such as RCC, qualitative trajectory calculus, or with experience in one or more of the technologies such as Protégé, Apache Jena and Fuseki, and SPARQL; Apache KAFKA; QGIS and PostGIS; and Python, Java, R and LaTeX are particularly encouraged to apply.
  • Reports directly to Professor Matt Duckham, Director, Information and Systems (Engineering) ECP (Enabling Capability Platform)
  • Remuneration at Academic B ($98,495 - $139,129) OR Academic Level C ($120,657 - $139,129) + 17% superannuation

About the College

STEM College

The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry, as never before.

STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game-changers, supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, and ensure our students experience an education that is work-aligned and life-changing.

The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.

Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real world impact, and our students are truly work-ready. Under the leadership of DVC STEM College & Vice President, Digital Innovation, we have established new hubs of industry-connected digital innovation and endeavour and are engaging with global STEMM organisations at scale.

Our diversity and shared values empower our work, and we are proud of the Colleges inclusive, caring culture. We offer a safe, dynamic work environment, and support every member of our community of achieve their potential. The College appointed Victorias first ever Dean of STEM, Diversity & Inclusion in 2020, and this role drives gender equity, diversity and inclusion strategies across the College.

STEM College employs 1,000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20,000 students.

We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEMM leaders.

www.rmit.edu.au/seh

School of Science

The School of Science provides more than 45 bachelor and postgraduate programs to 5,000 students and undertakes world-class research across the disciplines of:

  • biosciences and food technology
  • applied chemistry and environmental science
  • physics
  • mathematical sciences
  • geospatial sciences

Geospatial Sciences is amongst the largest academic group of its kind in Australia. With more than 30 academic and research staff, over 300 students enrolled in undergraduate, and taught and research postgraduate programs, our Geospatial Science research and teaching covers the breadth of topics in the field, including measurement sciences, surveying, and land development, geodesy and satellite positioning, remote sensing and photogrammetry, GIS and spatial computing, and cartography and geovisualisation.

More information on RMIT Geospatial Science research clusters in this link.

About You and the Role

  • Perform high-impact research and development activities in the area of spatial reasoning and sensor fusion using broad range of broad range of techniques and tools, languages and technologies;
  • Be actively involved in the project management of the research as well as contribute and deliver impactful research outcomes & reports that are relevant to the funding body;
  • Prepare and publish high quality articles in high impact journals in line RMITs intellectual property obligations set out in the primary contract for the projects;
  • Collaborate and engage with multidisciplinary researchers in the NEXUS project, a funded research collaboration between RMIT, University of Melbourne, and DSTG (Defence Sciences Technology Group);
  • Contribute 10% of your time to mentor & supervise undergraduate students appropriate to areas of expertise as well as administrative functions related to the research project.

Qualifications

Mandatory:

PhD in Geospatial Science, Signal Processing, Artificial Intelligence or other relevant fields, either completed or in the final stages of writing thesis/ thesis submissions.

An emerging track record of high-quality research in spatial computing, spatial reasoning, geographic information science, sensor fusion, knowledge representation, artificial intelligence, positioning, signal processing or a closely related area.

Ability to work remotely on the project and conducting research as well as collaborating online with the team in the context of COVID-19 restrictions.

Desirable:

Australian permanent residency or citizenship.

Preferred:

  • Emerging research track record and recognition for high quality research outputs, as evidenced by publications aligned with one or more core areas of research focus (such as spatial computing, positioning, machine intelligence, sensor fusion);
  • Knowledge and hands-on experience with one or more of the following techniques: knowledge representation (KR), knowledge graphs and ontologies; stream processing and online algorithms; Markov logic networks (MLNs) or Markov random fields; and qualitative spatial logics, such as RCC, qualitative trajectory calculus;
  • Proven or demonstratable experience with one or more of the following tools, languages, and technologies: Protégé, Apache Jena and Fuseki, and SPARQL; Apache KAFKA; QGIS and PostGIS; and Python, Java, R and LaTeX.

Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children check.

Bring your whole self to work

We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond.

We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognized by a broad spectrum of external organizations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and achievements by clicking on the 'Apply now' link. Please note that a separate response to Key Selection Criteria as stated on the Position Description is required. For any enquiries regarding this role, applicants are encourage to contact Professor Matt Duckham, Director, Information and Systems (Engineering) ECP (Enabling Capability Platform) (matt.duckham@rmit.edu.au)

RMIT is a Disability Confident Recruitment Team and we are happy to adjust the recruitment process for your accessibility requirements. Please contact us at TalentSupport@rmit.edu.au telling us your preferred type of communication and we will be in touch as soon as possible to discuss your requirements.

Applications close Sunday 9th May 2021.

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Please note that due to the impacts of COVID-19, we are currently accepting applications from persons with current Australian work rights who are not affected by travel restrictions. Please see the latest updates to Australias immigration and border arrangements during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak: https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/.

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