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Acknowledgement of Country  The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) acknowledges the Gadigal people, the Boorooberongal people of the Dharug Nation, the Bidjigal people and the Gamaygal people upon whose ancestral lands our University stands. We would also like to pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging, acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of knowledge for these lands. Located on Gadigal land, in the heart of Sydney, we are seeking applications from outstanding early career researchers for our most prestigious fellowship scheme. We want to support you to make a real positive difference in society, the environment and the economy. Whatever your passion, to benefit the communities we live and work in; not just in Australia but around the world. As a world-leading, top 100 university, we pride ourselves in research that is excellent, innovative, and has global impact, tackling some of the greatest challenges facing society today. As part of our vision in the UTS 2030 Strategy, we have established the Chancellor’s Indigenous Research Fellowship (CIRF) scheme. The CIRF aims to support not only the UTS Research Strategy, but also the central tenets of Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy 2019-2026 by attracting outstanding Indigenous early career researchers. The CIRF offers: A fixed four-year research focused appointment Research project funding of up to A$50,000 Access to the International Research Development Scheme Early Career Researcher development and support “Enhanced Learning” or a similar professional development offering to develop and expand your teaching capabilities UTS Chancellor’s Indigenous Research Fellowships are highly competitive. To be shortlisted, applicants must have an exceptional track record relative to opportunity as well as the commitment and potential to enhance the research capacity and culture of UTS. For more information visit our Chancellor’s Indigenous Research Fellowship Scheme website. Scheme Eligibility The role is an identified role for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW), an exemption is given from sections 8, 25 and 51 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) to University of Technology Sydney to advertise, designate and recruit targeted roles for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons only as part of the strategic target of reaching 3% Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff by 2023. Applicants must: be of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent Identify as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person be accepted as such by the community in which they live and or have lived. Furthermore, all candidates must meet all other eligibility criteria as set out in the CIRF guidelines - Section 3, available on the CIRF website here. What We Offer Base Salary Range: $129,760 (Level B.2) plus 17% superannuation (pension) The position will be made on a fixed term basis for 4 years. At UTS we offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support professional growth, personal well-being, and work-life balance. In addition, offer flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, childcare support, and research grants, ensuring a balanced and enriching work environment. How To Apply Please click here to access full details on how to apply for the CIRF. Please note the eligibility requirements as set out in the CIRF scheme guidelines, available on the CIRF website. If you are interested in applying for the UTS Chancellor’s Research Fellowship (CRF) scheme, please visit this webpage. General enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to crf@uts.edu.au. Closing Date: 23 June 2026 at 11:59pm AEST. UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community. About the University of Technology Sydney Founded in 1988, UTS is an established research-intensive university.The UTS 2030 Strategy captures our vision to be a leading public university of technology, recognised for global impact. We’re on a journey to be the leading university of technology and we’re moving the world forward with our breakthroughs. As a young university, our goal is to connect, collaborate and make an impact with purpose and passion. By joining UTS, you’ll be part of a team that is committed to making a positive impact on society, driving equity, and fostering inclusivity in education and beyond. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQA+ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Accessibility UTS Recruitment care about digital accessibility. If there is any content in our advertising that you have struggled with, please make us aware so that we can make our information accessible to all. In addition, if you have a disability that requires adjustment to the recruitment process or an alternative application pathway please contact recruitment@uts.edu.au for assistance.

Role Overview As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT. The SIT Centre for Intelligent Robotics is a strategic capability centre under RoboPrecinct@Punggol Digital District (PDD), responsible for developing and maintaining the core applied robotics and embodied AI capabilities required for precinct-level deployment of robotic systems. The centre is seeking a Robotics Engineer. This role is application-driven and system-oriented, focusing on the implementation, adaptation, and evaluation of state-of-the-art robotics algorithms on real robotic platforms. The successful candidate will work closely with physical robots and simulation environments to translate recent advances in learning-based robotics into robust, deployable systems. Key Responsibilities Implement, adapt, and evaluate state-of-the-art learning-based methods for robotic perception, decision-making, navigation, and manipulation. Apply reinforcement learning, imitation learning, and other skill learning frameworks to practical robotic applications. Integrate learning-based robot skills with full robot software stacks in ROS / ROS 2 environments. Develop and maintain perception and state representation pipelines using RGB-D and 3D sensing. Conduct simulation-to-real (Sim2Real) workflows, including data collection, model training, deployment, and testing on physical robots. Support system-level experimentation, benchmarking, and iterative improvement of embodied AI applications. Provide mentorship to undergraduate students in projects. Carry out risk assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations. Prepare technical documentation, reports, and implementation guides to support knowledge transfer and long-term maintainability. Contribute to publications and technical notes to disseminate research outcomes. The employee is to communicate with any internal or external stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are met. Any other adhoc duties assigned by supervisor. Requirements Bachelor’s degree or higher in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related field. Hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow. Working knowledge of reinforcement learning, imitation learning, or learning-based control concepts. Familiarity with robotics simulation tools such as Gazebo, Isaac Lab, or MuJoCo. Practical experience with ROS or ROS 2 for real-robot software integration. Proficiency in Python and C++, with experience developing and maintaining production-level code. At least 2 years of experience in robotics research or industry projects. Preferred Skillsets (Advantageous) Experience working with mobile manipulators, humanoid robots, or quadruped robots. Exposure to motion planning, control frameworks, or whole-body control systems. Experience with real-world robot experimentation and deployment. Experience with embodied AI and robot manipulation benchmarking platforms such as LIBERO, ManiSkill, or RLBench is highly desirable. Knowledge of GPU architectures, GPU cloud computing services, and strong familiarity with Linux operating systems. Knowledge of BIM, universal scene description and scene composition Knowledge of physics and simulation parameters, as well as sensor simulation pipeline.

About the opportunity We are looking for an Assistant Content Producer, social media to join the USYD Central Social Media team, that sits within the Brand and Content team, which is part of the wider University of Sydney Marketing and Communications team. The Central Social media team is responsible for igniting, building, and nurturing the University's vibrant community through its social media channels. Join the team that is responsible for documenting, creating and distributing the incredible stories that demonstrate Leadership For Good from the University of Sydney. We are on the hunt for a hardworking, enthusiastic, and motivated individual to join as the Assistant Content Producer to help us story tell and keep up with our content demands on each of our channels. You will have demonstrated ability in content creation for social media channels, and strong platform familiarity experience in social media content production, from ideation to shooting, editing and publishing. excellent content writing, editing and proof-reading skills to ensure a standard that meets editorial requirements and objectives high level oral and written communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills software experience in Adobe Premier Pro experience with paid social media desirable Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks and declarations Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University's obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Laura Pierce, Recruitment Operations by email to laura.pierce@sydney.edu.au. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Wednesday 13 May 2026 11:59 PM