Chukyo University

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive. We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change-makers and create a better tomorrow. Work that matters Do you have a passion for online teaching? Are you interested in supporting students who want to study on demand, and do you possess specialist knowledge and skills to teach in the fields of: Business & Law Creative Arts, Design and Humanities Education, Behavioural and Social Sciences Engineering and Information Technology Health and/or Science? With degrees spanning a wide range of programs, Adelaide University Online is accepting expressions of interest for casual teaching academics who are interested in undertaking sessional teaching contracts. About Adelaide University Online Adelaide University Online (AUO) offers a range of 100% online degrees and aspires to be the best online education provider in Australia. Our programs are delivered across two distinct models: 10-week periods delivered over 4 terms per year 6-week periods delivered over 6 terms per year Targeted at busy adults who need to juggle work, life and family commitments, AUO is making it possible for more people to integrate study into their busy lives and pursue their career goals. Each degree has been specifically designed for online learning and is delivered in an engaging and flexible way. Students can access academics and study support out of hours and on weekends, so they can get help when they need it. Application Process: Please view the available courses through the application form, to determine what area of work offerings are being made available for individual. Ensure you meet the essential criteria – essential skills and experience listed below. Note: This is a fully remote, flexible role with work conducted primarily outside standard Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm office hours. Core Responsibilities Undertake online teaching as part of the AUO teaching team Apply disciplinary expertise to consult, facilitate discussions, mark assessment items, and provide feedback to students Implement approaches that maximise the student experience and learning outcomes Provide academic support, mentoring and advice to students Act as the first point of response/contact in managing student issues or complaints Essential Skills and Experience Minimum Bachelor’s degree and relevant professional/industry work experience (10-week courses) Minimum Masters or PhD (6-week courses) Ability to undertake a range of teaching duties in an online environment Ability to actively engage and educate a diverse student group Excellent written and interpersonal skills Ability to use the necessary digital techniques and tools required for effective online teaching Available to work outside of normal working hours, including weekends Please contact Academic and Program Services at auoacademic.programservices@adelaide.edu.au if you have any questions about this process. Please note, this email is for enquiries only. Applications will only be accepted through the online portal. Please note - By registering on the Casual/Sessional Staff Register, it does not guarantee that employment will be offered. If you already hold a casual contract with Adelaide University, please apply and complete the application form to be considered for future opportunities. Applying is simple. Simply click on the Apply Now button and upload: your current CV Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia and for the term of appointment. To be eligible, you will need to reside within Australia. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. 

Schemes of Service: Research Division: Professional Officers Employment Type: Fixed Term Job Purpose:  The Research Engineer will support applied research and innovation in environmental sustainability, working with internal teams and industry partners to develop practical solutions. The role focuses on translating scientific concepts into scalable solutions that address challenges in meeting environmental sustainability target through resource efficiency, waste management, and other sustainable solutions for various industries. Research engineers will collaborate closely with faculty, professional officers and industry partners to execute commercially viable solutions that address real-world challenges. In the process, research engineers gain valuable applied research capabilities aligned with evolving industry needs. Key Responsibilities: Applied Research & Development Conduct reviews on sustainability literature, frameworks and assessment tools for both generic industry-wide and industry-specific applications, such as life cycle analysis (LCA), environmental impact assessments, energy analysis and resource optimization studies Develop sustainability solution road mapping and development framework to supports identification and follow-through of sustainability solutions for organizational green transition. Support development of sustainability solutions and applications to implement organizational green transition through project execution (experimentation, data collection, analysis and evaluation) including includes but not limited to carbon management, circular economy, renewable energy, and sustainable materials. Industry Collaboration Support collaborations with industry partners to understand problem statements and contribute to solution development Assist in project scoping by gathering technical inputs and identifying relevant capabilities within the ecosystem (IHLs, research centres, industry partners) Participate in industry meetings, discussions, and project engagements Project Execution & Support Assist in planning and executing projects to ensure timely delivery of outcomes Generate technical reports, presentations, and documentation on the development of sustainability solutions and applications Contribute to grant proposals and project submissions where required Track project progress and maintain proper documentation of activities Job Requirements:  Bachelor’s degree with 5+ year experience OR Master’s degree with 2+ year experience in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Engineering with sustainability training, or a related field or related disciplines with relevant experience in research, engineering, product development or sustainability related work. Possess understanding of sustainability concepts (e.g., LCA, carbon foot printing, resource efficiency) Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Resourceful, meticulous and problem-solving attitude. Key competencies: Possess understanding of sustainability challenges faced by industries locally and globally Strong interpersonal and communication skills to communicate effectively with industry partners and stakeholders Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional and multidisciplinary environment. Proactive approach to continuous learning and development in the sustainability field. Proficient in technical writing and presentation Possess good analytical and critical thinking skills Shows good initiative and takes ownership of work undertaken Project management skills, including planning and execution of sustainability projects.

Schemes of Service: Research Division: Infocomm Technology Employment Type: Fixed Term Project Overview We are seeking an outstanding and highly motivated Research Fellow (PhD) or Research Engineer (Master's degree) to join an exciting research project on Artificial Intelligence for intelligent railway inspection and predictive maintenance. The project aims to develop next-generation AI solutions for the automatic inspection of train components with multi-modal sensor data, enabling early detection of defects and supporting safer, more reliable, and more efficient railway operations. The successful candidate will conduct cutting-edge research and develop robust AI models capable of analysing inspection data, identifying defects, and assisting maintenance decision-making. The project is conducted in close collaboration with industry partners and offers the opportunity to work on real-world challenges with significant practical impact. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for: Conducting research and development on AI-based solutions for automated defect inspection and condition assessment of train components by designing and developing deep learning, computer vision, and machine learning algorithms. Collaborating with industry partners to understand operational requirements and developing AI pipelines for analysing visual and sensor data collected during inspection processes. Building, training, validating, and deploying AI models for industrial deployment. Designing experiments and evaluating the performance and robustness of developed algorithms. Preparing technical reports, research publications, presentations, and project deliverables. Assisting in supervising junior researchers and students where appropriate. Job Requirements PhD (for Research Fellow) / Master's degree (for Research Engineer) with expertise in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Robotics, or a closely related field. Experience in developing, training, validating and deploying AI models for industrial inspection, predictive maintenance, or asset condition monitoring. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and software development skills. Ability to conduct independent research while working effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Written and verbal communication skills. Key Competencies Proven experience in developing AI solutions for industrial inspection, predictive maintenance, or asset condition monitoring. Hands-on experience in deploying AI systems in industrial environments. Experience with defect detection, anomaly detection, or visual inspection systems. Familiarity with multimodal sensing technologies, including RGB imaging, thermal imaging, 3D vision, or other non-destructive inspection methods. Experience with edge AI, real-time inference, or MLOps for industrial applications. Knowledge of railway systems, transportation engineering, or infrastructure inspection. Experience in collaborating with industry partners and delivering applied research.