Job Description

• School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

• Full-time (100%), fixed-term position through to December 2026

• Base salary will be in the range $78,871.35 - $105,004.02 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)

• Based at our St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity 

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to contribute to the development of privacy-enhancing solutions for XR-based HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) training. This position is part of a joint CSIRO Data61-UQ Cyber Research Centre project which aims to address the challenges associated with using XR in HSE training by developing innovative techniques and tools to support usable privacy, privacy-preserving AI/ML, and ethically responsible AI/ML.  

This is an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to focus their efforts on developing their expertise and emerging research profile in their discipline. At this level it is expected that the incumbent will contribute to service and engagement roles and activities. 

Key responsibilities include:   

1. Research 

• Produces quality research outputs consistent with discipline norms by publishing or exhibiting in high quality outlets.  

• Conduct user research to understand privacy concerns, expectations, and behaviours in XR environments.  

• Evaluate the usability and effectiveness of existing privacy-preserving mechanisms in XR contexts. 

• Design, implement, and evaluate a user-centric privacy tool for XR applications. 

• Conduct in-depth research on privacy threats and vulnerabilities in XR environments, particularly in the context of distributed learning. 

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• Contribute to the development of privacy-preserving distributed learning algorithms for XR. 

• Collaborate with researchers and industry partners to translate research findings into practical solutions. 

• Publish research findings in high-quality academic journals and conferences. 

• Supervise research students and interns as required. 

• Participate in applications for competitive research funding to support projects and activities. 

• Work with project leaders and colleagues in the development of joint research projects and applications for competitive research funding support. 

• Proactively updating UQ and Data61 lead chief investigators about research progress on a regular basis. 

2. Supervision and Researcher Development 

• Contribute to the effective supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students (as appropriate). 

• Demonstrates personal effectiveness in supervision and the management of researcher development. 

• Effective lead and develop supervisee performance and conduct by providing feedback, coaching, and professional development. 

• As appropriate, manage research support staff effectively throughout the employee lifecycle in accordance with University policy and procedures. 

• Working to promptly resolve conflict and grievances when they arise in accordance with University policy and procedures. 

This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad:  from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

About You 

• Completion or near completion of a PhD in computer science, machine learning, cyber security, human-computer interaction, or a related field, with a focus on privacy and usability.  

• An emerging profile in research in computer science, machine learning, cyber security, human-computer interaction, privacy, and usability. 

• Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences. 

• Evidence of contributions towards successfully obtaining external research funding. 

• Some experience in meaningful internal service roles and contributions towards external activities 

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc. 

Work Rights: You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ryan Ko ryan.ko@uq.edu.au  

For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
 

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Resume

• Cover letter Responding to the ‘About You’ section

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close 20th August 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-41692).