- Full time, Continuing / Located at Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
- Senior Lecturer / Level C Academic / Teaching & Research
- Focus your expertise in research, teaching & industry engagement in the areas of AI, IoT & telecommunications
About the position
La Trobe University and Cisco have had a long-standing partnership. A key outcome of this collaboration was the establishment of the Cisco Chair of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT), along with the Cisco-La Trobe Centre for AI and IoT in 2020. The Cisco-La Trobe Centre is the first of its kind globally and the only one in Australia dedicated to exploring the intersection of AI and IoT technologies.
This academic position will be based at the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology (CSIT), part of the School of Computing, Engineering, and Mathematical Sciences (SCEMS). SCEMS is one of 10 schools across La Trobe’s multi-campus operations and comprises over 120 academic staff across three departments: Engineering, Computer Science and Information Technology, and Mathematical and Physical Sciences, located in Melbourne (Bundoora) and Bendigo.
The Department is seeking a Level C academic with demonstrated experience in research, teaching, and industry engagement in the areas of AI, IoT, and telecommunications. The successful candidate will serve as Deputy Director of the Cisco - La Trobe Centre for AI and IoT for a fixed term, aligned with the duration of the Cisco - La Trobe partnership agreement. This position reports to the Cisco Chair and the Director of the Cisco Centre. The Deputy Director will work closely with the Director to ensure the University fulfils its commitments to the Cisco partnership. The appointee will also hold a continuing teaching and research position within the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology.
Some of your key duties will include:
- Conduct and lead innovative and high impact research and produce conference and seminar papers and publications resulting from that research.
- Obtain external research funding from contracts/grants/consultancies.
- Play a significant role in research projects including leadership of research teams and/or management of projects.
- Supervise Higher Degree by Research (HDR), honours and postgraduate students.
- Report to and assist the Cisco Chair and Director of the Cisco-La Trobe Centre for AI and IoT in fulfilling the University’s commitments to the Cisco partnership.
- Perform the duties of the Deputy Director of the Cisco Centre, including acting as the Director in their absence, if required.
- Collaborate with Cisco to scope and design projects and use cases aligned with the interests of both Cisco and the University.
- Work with Cisco and its ecosystem partners to identify and pursue external funding opportunities.
- Contribute to the overall leadership and management of the Cisco Centre as a member of the Centre’s leadership team.
Skills and Experience
- Completion of a PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline area.
- A proven track record of research and scholarly achievements in IoT, telecommunications, artificial intelligence (AI), and their applications in various domains.
- A proven track record of securing competitive external research funding.
- Demonstrated ability to translate research into real-world applications, align academic outcomes with industry needs, and establish collaborations.
- Proven ability to lead and manage the accreditation process for academic programs.
- Demonstrated experience and ability to manage work-integrated learning.
- Demonstrated ability to articulate joint teaching programs with international universities.
- Commitment to teaching excellence, focusing on delivering high-quality education and fostering active student engagement.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below:
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Benefits
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
*Only applicants who hold the full rights to work in Australia are eligible to be considered for this opportunity*
Closing date: Sunday 16th February, 2025 @ 11:55pm
Position Enquiries: Wei Xiang, Cisco Chair of AI and Internet of Things, School of Computing, Engineering, and Mathematical Sciences, Email: w.xiang@latrobe.edu.au, Phone: (03) 9479 3651
Recruitment Enquiries: Vicki Stavrou, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Email v.stavrou@latrobe.edu.au, Phone 03 9479 5191
Position Description below:
PD-Senior Lecturer and Deputy Director of CISCO-LTU Centre for AI and IOT.pdf
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter;
- An up-to-date resume and
- Response to Key Selection Criteria
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Why La Trobe:
- Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
- Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
- Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in future
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
