RESEARCH ENGINEER IN DATA SCIENCE

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND IT
SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
REFERENCE NO. 955/0415

• Develop  data analytics and machine learning methods and tools
• Two positions available
• Full-time fixed term two years, remuneration package: $110K-$131K p.a. which includes leave loading and up to 17% super

The University of Sydney is Australia's first university and has an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. It employs over 7500 permanent staff, supporting over 52,000 students.

Ranked among the world's top 50 engineering and information technology faculties in the 2014-2015 Times Higher Education ranking, the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies’ research themes break down traditional disciplinary barriers and enable collaborative work to develop truly holistic solutions to today's big issues, including health and ageing, communication needs, workplace safety and climate change.

Located within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies, The Centre for Data Science is seeking qualified and motivated Research Engineers and Research Scientists to lead its research and development work in Data Science.

These two new positions will form the nucleus of Professor Hugh Durrant-Whyte’s new Data Science research group within the Faculty and will play an essential role in the development of data analytics and machine learning methods and tools for specific short-term scientific projects.

To be successful in the role you will have:

• a Ph.D. in a mathematical/physical science or engineering discipline
• a demonstrated research track record of international standing
• a demonstrated commitment to both theoretical and applied research
• an ability to work as part of a research team including other researchers, technical and academic members of staff, and research students
• demonstrated potential to work closely with industry in applying research outcomes.

Practical skills in areas such as programming and management of data, and a willingness to engage in training of postgraduates and industry staff will be highly regarded.

The positions are full-time fixed term for two years, subject to completion of a satisfactory probation and confirmation period for new appointees.

All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website.  Visit sydney.edu.au/recruitment and search by the reference number for more information and to apply.

CLOSING DATE:  8 June 2015 (11pm Sydney time)

The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups, including women and people with disabilities are encouraged. As the University of Sydney has established a scheme to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff employed across the institution, applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are also encouraged.

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