Salary Package: Level A Step 6 from $95,706 to $102,570 p.a., plus 17% employer’s Superannuation and annual leave loading.
Appointment Type: Full-time, fixed term for 12 months (with possible extensions of up to 2 years more)

Macquarie University (North Ryde) location

THE ROLE

We are seeking a talented and experienced postdoctoral research fellow to assist Professor Richard Han in the Department of Computer Science at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. Professor Han is an expert in mobile systems, wireless sensor networks, ubiquitous computing, and cloud computing. Some of his most recent work includes award-winning research on drone detection (Matthan) as well as exciting work on drone load estimation (DroneScale). See also http://rick1han.github.io.

Macquarie is a young and dynamic university, focused on fostering collaboration between students, academics, industry and society, encouraging all to traverse the boundaries of their own perspective and effect change. In Macquarie's Faculty of Science and Engineering you'll join passionate researchers and educators blazing new trails in the spirit of discovery and exploration.

The Department of Computing is located on a beautiful, serene and green campus in northern Sydney. It is the home of close to 40 academic staff and more than 120 research students, and an ever-growing cohort of undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students. The department offers a broad range of cutting edge undergraduate and postgraduate courses and enjoys a strong research ethos. 2018 ERA (Excellence in Research for Australia) rates Macquarie University 4 (Above World Standard) on Information and Computing Sciences.

About the Project

The main objective of this project is to develop innovative research in topics such as drone detection, localization, characterization, security, and relevant applications. The applicant must have demonstrated creative excellence, e.g. publications in top computer science systems conferences, and skill in building and evaluating software and hardware systems, especially mobile systems such as drones. Expertise in signal processing, security and/or machine learning is highly desirable. You will have completed a PhD, or thesis submitted, within a discipline that is relevant to the areas of computer science.

The applicant must be able to publish papers at top refereed venues, multiplex multiple projects, assist Prof. Han to build his lab, help manage and recruit multiple PhD students as appropriate, and contribute to obtaining research grants as needed.  The candidate must work well both collaboratively in teams and independently, be a fast learner and hit the ground running. The position may last for as long as 3 years total.

Selection Criteria

To be considered for this position, please apply online and attach your CV and a separate cover letter (1-2 pages) that outlines how you meet the selection criteria below. You should provide at least two letters of reference, and a research statement of purpose describing your prior expertise and ideas for how this experience will accelerate our drone research directions.

Essential

• A PhD in Computer Science or a closely related discipline (or thesis submitted)
• Demonstrated research excellence in computing as evidenced by ongoing publications in top tier journals and conferences in computer systems, networks, mobile computing, ubiquitous computing, and/or wireless communication.
• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively with key internal and external stakeholders

Desirable

• Expertise in signal processing, security and/or machine learning is highly desirable.
• Experience in supervision of PhD students
• Experience in grant proposal development

Enquiries: Richard Han, Professor in Networks and Distributed Systems, Department of Computing, Macquarie University, richard.han@mq.edu.au

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Applications Close:

30/06/2021 11:59 PM

Equity & Diversity Statement

At Macquarie University, we are committed to providing a working environment where each individual is valued, respected and supported to progress. Our priority is to ensure culture, policies and processes are truly inclusive and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, gender, culture, disability, LGBTIQA+ identities, family and caring responsibilities, age, or religion. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria and shares Macquarie University’s values of scholarship, empowerment and integrity to apply.

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