[Infovis] Senior lecturer/associate prof position in geomatics, geovis, VA, VR/AR

[Karimzadeh, Morteza]

Please direct your questions to the hiring department:
http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/900501/senior-lecturer-associate-professor-in-geomatics


The Opportunity

The Department of Infrastructure Engineering (IE) combines the suite of disciplines of civil engineering, environmental engineering and geomatics into one department creating an unusually broad scope for our research and engineering education. Our aim is to build integrated capabilities that allow us to comprehensively solve infrastructure problems that are sustainable into the future.

We are seeking an outstanding and enthusiastic Geomatics specialist at either the Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor level. You research area will be capable of further strengthening the team's expertise in any one of the following areas:

  *   measurement science
  *   spatial data infrastructure and land administration
  *   geographic information science

and additionally, broaden the geomatics team's academic network and industry engagement.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to shape the spatially-enabled, sustainable development of society by contributing to one of our broad engagements in:

  *   future digital infrastructure
  *   urban land administration systems
  *   autonomous systems platforms
  *   or spatially intelligent mobility

You will be supported to both independently and as a member of the team, work on all four pillars of your academic career by:

  *   pursuing internationally leading research,
  *   teaching and teaching innovation,
  *   engagement with industry and partner institutions,
  *   and taking on leadership roles within the University.

In research, you should be able to develop an internationally recognized and innovative research portfolio, as well as establish funding streams to support it. You should be able to contribute to, and in time lead, larger research initiatives within and beyond the department through industry engagements.

In teaching, you should be able to teach Australia's best students at both undergraduate and Masters' level, and to contribute to the innovation of the curriculum within the Geomatics and related disciplines.

Selection Criteria
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        *   A PhD or equivalent in Geomatics or a cognate discipline
        *   A demonstrated track record of high-quality research, teaching and scholarship
        *   A track record in attracting research funding from competitive grant agencies and other sources
        *   Experience with undertaking collaborative research projects as part of a team across institutions and/or disciplines;
        *   A track record of engaging industry, government and/or the community in teaching;
        *   Demonstrated ability to teach effectively, including through design and project studios;
        *   Experience in curriculum development and implementation at undergraduate and postgraduate level that will maintains the highest international standards;
        *   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with industry, government, research groups, diverse student cohorts and a variety of other stakeholders;
        *   Exhibited commitment to the highest standards of scientific and ethical integrity
        *   Demonstrated leadership and service to relevant domestic and international academic associations, journals and professional bodies.

What we offer you

We offer flexibility, whatever that may mean for you.  Many of our benefit programs and onsite amenities are aimed at supporting you - including generous leave, child care subsidies, discounted parking, medical and health care.  We offer extensive opportunities for personal and professional development and we'll support you in doing what you love.

If you're curious, motivated and ready to undertake a challenging and rewarding role we're ready to meet you.

How to Apply

Apply online, complete the application and upload your Cover Letter and Resume. Please note, there is no need to address the selection criteria.

While we review your application, get to know us by visiting http://www.eng.unimelb.edu.au/about/join-mse/why-join-mse


Regards,
Morteza

Morteza Karimzadeh, PhD
Postdoctoral Researcher,
Purdue University Visualization and Analytics Center (PURVAC)
Visual Analytics for Command, Control, and Interoperability  Environments (VACCINE)
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Purdue University
karimzadeh at purdue.edu<mailto:karimzadeh at purdue.edu>