The opportunity

Our School of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is currently seeking a Professor (Level E) in Computer Science, including Cyber-Physical Systems, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, Quantum Computing, or applied Artificial Intelligence. You will be responsible for undertaking high impact research in this area, including generation of funding for applied and translational research, publication of scholarly work and undertake a leadership role in learning and teaching activities. This role requires you to play a significant leadership role in research projects including supervision of research staff and students. You will also develop and lead engagement initiatives and activities and contribute to the innovation and collaboration of industry and university partnerships.

This is a full-time position primarily based at the Gold Coast campus and it is expected that the successful candidate will be available to attend campus in person as a normal requirement of the role. Further, you may be required to work on either a temporary or an indefinite basis at any premises, which the University currently has or may subsequently acquire or at any premises at which it may from time to time provide services.

About you

To be successful within this role, you will already have a well-developed industry-informed international research profile, within your specialisation in the Computer Science with demonstrated experience in industrial settings. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the forefront Quantum Computing, Cyber-Physical Systems, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, or Artificial Intelligence areas and its applications into domain problems such as, but not exclusive to environmental monitoring, robotics and automation, space, defence, or health. You will have a track record of successful supervision of postgraduate research students along with a focus upon deep and comprehensive engagement with industry.

Salary range

Professor (Level E): $186,531 pro rata per annum. Salary package including 17% employer superannuation contribution: $218,241 pro rata per annum.

Further information

For further information regarding the School of Information and Communication Technology, please visit https://www.griffith.edu.au/griffith-sciences/school-information-communication-technology

How to apply

Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:

• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role in accordance with the role's key accountabilities (as outlined in the position description)
• A Statement of Research Interest with no more than 2 pages
• Current curriculum vitae/resume which should include:
  • Details of education, professional training, and qualifications;
  • Employment history, including present position and details of relevant professional, consulting or industry experience;
  • Research interests and list of publications;
  • Research grants awarded and any other relevant information, such as offices held in professional bodies, community services etc.
  • Provide three references.

Obtain the position description by clicking on the Apply button. You will be redirected to the Griffith University job search page where you will be able to access the position description.

Note: Application attachments should be saved as .doc, .docx or .pdf only. File names should be no more than 25 characters long and should include letters and numbers only.

Confidential enquiries

Confidential enquiries should be made to: Professor Paulo de Souza, Head of School of ICT, Griffith University, Phone: +61 (0) 7 373 56039 Email Address: Paulo.desouza@griffith.edu.au

For application queries, please contact People Services on +61 (0) 7 373 54011.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. If you wish to discuss First Peoples Employment further, please contact Joshua Long, Talent Management Partner (First Peoples) on +61 (0) 7 3735 5403 or joshua.s.long@griffith.edu.au.

What we offer

Working for one of the most influential universities in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, you will join a University that spans five physical campuses in South East Queensland and all disciplines, while our network of more than 200,000 graduates extends around the world.

At Griffith University, we have worked hard to create a culture that will challenge you to be curious, creative, and courageous. We also support the professional and personal development of all our employees and invest in the skills of our people.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. Griffith's strategic goals are to also increase the proportion of women in senior academic and administrative roles and in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM).

Closing date: Monday, 7 February, 2022 at 5 pm AEST.

Female applicants are particularly encouraged to apply and while the Level E position is advertised as full time, a fractional appointment with flexible working can be negotiated.

As the team experiences high volumes of applications, we appreciate your patience to allow for a timely and fair process for all.