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Research Fellow (Cybersecurity, Malware Detection)

Employer
RMIT UNIVERSITY
Location
Melbourne, Australia
Salary
Academic Level B1 + 17% Super
Closing date
18 Aug 2024
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  • Full-time, fixed term (3 years) position available
  • Salary Academic Level B1 + 17% Super
  • Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University

About the Role

We are looking to hire a Postdoctoral Research Fellow (PDR) to be employed as part of the newly awarded ARC Discovery grant (titled "Preventing Exfiltration of Sensitive Data by Malicious Insiders or Malware"). The PDR will take the major responsibility for designing, implementing, and testing new methods for data exfiltration. Extensive publications are not needed, but a few in reputable cybersecurity venues (e.g., A* conferences/journals) are desirable.

About You

To be successful for this appointment, you will have:

  • Strong and recognised track record for high quality research outputs in the areas of cybersecurity, development of new research initiatives and involved in competitive research funding and industry links
  • Extensive research and/or industry experience in cybersecurity, preferably around malware detection.
  • Extensive experience in large-scale systems design, implementation, and testing.
  • A strong work ethic, and the ability to work well independently, and as a member of a broader team, including with industrial partners.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and/or supervise higher-degree research candidates.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills appropriate for interacting with higher degree by research candidates, staff and industry, together with a strong commitment to teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

Mandatory: A PhD degree in Computer Science related field is required.

Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check and other checks as required by the specific role. Maintaining a valid Working WithChildren Check is a condition of employment at RMIT.

About the School

The School of Computing Technologies is a centre for digital innovation, world class research, and education in STEM via streamlined collaboration across relevant disciplines.

The School is led by the Dean, School of Computing Technologies, and has three disciplines:

  • Cyber Security & Software Systems (CSSS)
  • Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (DSAI)
  • Interaction, Technology & Information (ITI)

Our PhD students and faculty conduct world leading research in many areas of Computing and Computing applications, including in:

  • Search and Recommendation
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Artificial Intelligence and Natural Language Processing
  • Data Science, Machine Learning, and Big Data Analysis
  • Cybersecurity
  • Distributed Computing
  • Software Engineering
  • Digital Health

To Apply

Please submit your CV, cover letter and separately addressed Key Selection Criteria this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Professor Zahir Tari via email zahir.tari@rmit.edu.au

https://www.rmit.edu.au/content/dam/rmit/au/en/careers/position-descriptions/research-fellow-arc-discovery.pdf

Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page.

Applications close on Sunday, 18th of August 2024.

About RMIT University

RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 96,000 students and close to 10,000 staff globally. The University's mission is to help shape the world through research, innovation and engagement, and to create transformative experiences for students to prepare them for life and work.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/about

https://www.universitiesaustralia.edu.au/university/rmit-university

Why work at RMIT University

Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. Find out more about working at RMIT University, what we stand for and why we are an Employer of Choice.

We want to attract those who will make a difference. View RMIT's impressive standings in university rankings.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/facts-figures/reputation-and-rankings

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 recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins.

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.

At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Kassie (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor), via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers

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.

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

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