Research Fellow

Job No.: 676289

Location: Caulfield campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 12 month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $80,464 - $109,203 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University

• Join our inclusive, collaborative community

• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

We are hiring a Research Fellow for an exciting opportunity in Explainable AI, supporting Australian Research Council-funded projects at the intersection of AI and design. 

This position supports an Australian Research Council-funded project focused on Explainable Artificial Creativity. The project aims to develop explainable models for creative AI systems to foster more productive and satisfying interactions between AI and human co-creators. 

The ideal candidate will have experience in programming and developing generative AI and deep learning systems, including working with transformer models. This expertise will contribute to the development of new human-computer co-creative systems. Strong research experience with state-of-the-art AI systems is essential, and an interest in creativity or an emerging creative practice is highly desirable.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities. 

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen. We make tangible contributions because our purpose is clear; to deliver positive economic, social and environmental impact in resolving the global challenges of our age.

At the core of achieving this purpose is the diversity of our staff. We welcome and value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. When you come to work, you can be yourself, be a change-maker and develop your career in exciting ways. This is why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities. 

Learn more about Monash.

Join the pursuit of our purpose to build a better future for ourselves and our communities - #ChangeIt with us.

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must include your Resume, Cover Letter and address questions 9, 10 & 11 of the Key Selection Criteria.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Professor Jon McCormack, 03 9903 2187 or at Jon.McCormack@monash.edu

Position Description: Research Fellow

Applications Close: 10 April 2025 11:55 PM AEDT