Fixed term, full time appointment (4 years)
About the School
Located in the Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences, the School of Computing and Information Technology (SCIT) teaches the latest technologies and industry practices to develop job & world ready graduates. With various program offerings, at both the undergraduate and postgraduate level, in Computer Science and Information Technology, the School has a strong focus on collaboration, encouraging multidisciplinary research across the University. Our teaching reflects the latest IT and computer science technologies and trends, preparing students to thrive in a fast-changing industry.
About the Role
The School is seeking an enthusiastic academic to support teaching and research within the School. The successful candidate will possess teaching and research expertise in one or more of the following domains: Artificial Intelligence, Big Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, Applied Computing and/or Information Technology. SCIT aims to maintain its position as a world-class research school and this position is expected to contribute to that objective.
The School has a strong commitment to its students. The advertised position will undertake teaching and coordination of various subjects within the School, particularly first year subjects, and to contribute to research in their relevant field of expertise. In addition to teaching proficiencies, the School is also looking for research capabilities and experience in one or more of the listed fields, with active research profiles in emerging areas.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, candidates are required to submit an up-to-date CV and a cover letter (max 3 pages) detailing how they meet the requirements of the role.
For further information about this position, please contact Professor Jun Shen, Interim Head of School, jshen@uow.edu.au
Closing Date: Wednesday 3 June 2026, 11:55pm
The University of Wollongong is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, and a recognised leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including: culturally and linguistically diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians.
As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence, during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University’s employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.
Note Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.
Note This position is not suitable for remote work in accordance with the UOW Remote Working Guidelines.
This position will be located at the Wollongong campus, but teaching in Liverpool campus may also be required.
The University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception.
Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusive civic university, working to solve global challenges and promoting harmony and social cohesion.We are proud to be a globally recognised and respected university, opening doors for our students, staff and partners.
