Research Fellow In 3d Computer Vision

Fixed Term, Full Time

ACLEB| $99k – $117k plus 17% employer superannuation contributions

Salary Packaging opportunities

Ref: JR100177

About Us

The Information Technology (IT) Discipline offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses for future and existing IT professionals, both in Perth and transnationally in Singapore and Dubai. In addition to teaching activities, the Discipline undertakes research in areas such as computer vision, machine learning and artificial intelligence, visualization, computer graphics and virtual reality, cyber security, networking and IoT, and Business Information Systems.

The Role

Murdoch University seeks to appoint a research fellow with a strong research experience and expertise in 3D computer vision and geometry processing.

The position is part of the research project “Shape4D: Modelling and Exploring the Spatio-Temporal Deformation Patterns in the 3D Shape of Biological Objects”, funded by the Australian Research Council (ARC) through the Discovery Project scheme.

The position is available as soon as possible and the contract is up to June 2025, the possibility of extension subject to the availability of funding and performance and will work under the supervision of Professors Hamid Laga.

What you’ll bring to this role

A PhD in an area relevant to the appointment (computer science, engineering, mathematics or closely related areas).

Expertise in at least two of the following areas, and a willingness and ability to develop expertise in the remaining areas: (statistical) 3D shape analysis, 3D computer vision, 3D geometry processing, machine learning (especially deep learning)

 Strong programming skills

 Demonstrated ability to engage in high quality research independently and in collaboration with others

Demonstrate ability to produce high quality research output, demonstrated by a track record of publications, as a first author, in outlets such as IEEE Transactions on Pattern Analysis and Machine Intelligence, International Journal of Computer Vision, ACM Transactions on Graphics, IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Graphics, Siggraph, Eurographics, IEEE CVPR, IEEE ICCV, and ECCV, among others

Demonstrated ability to work under broad direction only, exercise initiative in undertaking responsibilities and work effectively as a team member

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applicants must have valid work rights.

What you’ll get in return

You will be part of a vibrant and talented team, work in an innovative and lively university community and enjoy the benefits that come with working at Murdoch.

Our people enjoy a lively, natural campus and world-class facilities, as well as a range of benefits including:

Competitive remuneration

Paid leave entitlements

Flexible work arrangements

Salary packaging options

Employee Assistance Program

On Campus Services and Facilities, including a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic

To Apply

Please apply by submitting the documents below:

A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (found in the Position Description)

Your most recent resume (CV)

Please click here for the position description.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted. Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Position contact: Hamid Laga, Professor Information Technology at [email protected]

Murdoch University values diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, women, and people with disability to apply. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Closing date: 17 March 2023 (9:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.