• Full time, fixed term (7 months) position available
• Academic Level A (from $70,363 up to $95,440) + 17% Super
• Be part of multidisciplinary research team working on a Victorian Higher Education State Investment Fund (VHESIF) project that aims to develop digital tools and techniques for safer workplaces

About the 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.

Further information on STEM College in this link.

About the role

As the Research Assistant, you will undertake research activities in line with the University's research strategy and will work as a member of the multidisciplinary team working on a Victorian Higher Education State Investment Fund (VHESIF) project that aims to develop digital tools and techniques for safer workplaces. This will involve mobile application development for sensor localization, analysis, visualisation, and modelling of spaces with sensor data from heterogeneous sources and Internet of Things (IoT) devices deployed at multiple sites.

About you

As the successful candidate you will have:

• Evidence of research output including publications, conference contributions and/or technical reports related to the field of the project
• Strong experience in at least one of the following areas; mobile application development and sensor localization or/and in time-series and spatio-temporal data mining
• Experience in developing and/or using state-of-the-art methods, software and tools in a relevant research context
• Scholarly writing skills and experience in preparing publications for high quality Q1 peer reviewed journals and relevant top conferences in sensor networks, mobile and ubiquitous computing, machine learning, or data mining
• Strong interest in human movement and behaviour modelling
• Ability to work independently to generate distinctive contributions to scholarly knowledge and/or create real world outcomes
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a high-achieving and collegial research culture

Qualifications

Mandatory:

• Qualification in the relevant discipline area and have commenced or enrolled to commence their PhD.
• 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.

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RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

To Apply

Please submit the below documents by clicking on the "Apply" link below.

• Up to date CV
• Cover letter outlining your interest in and suitability for the role
• Separately addressed the Key Selection Criteria for this position

For further information about this position, please see Position Description below or contact Professor Flora Salim at flora.salim@rmit.edu.au.

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Applications close on Wednesday, 20th of October 2021.

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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.

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