At UTS the concepts of equity and social justice are key to our core and purpose. We are among the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines. UTS Equal Futures celebrates and supports women in academia through every stage of their career.

As part of Athena SWAN, UTS has set an overarching target of 40 per cent academic women in STEMM by 2022. The School of Computer Science is committed to UTS's target and supporting the career development of women academics. UTS Women in Engineering & IT program fosters a network of passionate females and males who are actively involved in the development of our next generation of young engineering and IT professionals.

About the role

The UTS School of Computer Science is internationally recognised as one of Australia's most industry-focused leaders in research, teaching and learning in computer science, information technology and information systems.

We are recruiting for an Associate Professor - Industry Degree Academy (IDeA) to focus on the faculty's strategic objective to build relationships with industry and deepen our student's skillset through blended work/learning models. We are open to applications from industry professionals, looking to step into academia and academics that are actively engaged with industry. Utilising your industry knowledge, your key responsibilities will include:

• Drive establishment and development of teaching and learning
• Conducting high quality research
• Generate high quality research publication outputs
• Build international collaborations and networks and relations
• Establish effective research collaborations with both industrial and academic partners

About you

As an Associate Professor you will have excellent interpersonal skills and take a leadership role, mentoring other academics. You will have demonstrated experience teaching in Software Engineering and related areas, including proven experience leading industry-related projects using technologies such as iOS, .NET, AWS.

Other requirements will include:

• PhD in Software Engineering or a PhD in Computer Science/IT
• Demonstrated knowledge of iOS, AWS, .NET
• Practical knowledge and experience in applying current industry IT technologies and software engineering
• Experience in forging links with industry partners, nationally and internationally
• Experience in obtaining research grants and funding.
• Strong record of research achievement / publication track record.

For the full list of selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the Position Statement from the documents section.

Remuneration & Benefits

Base Salary Range: $161,730 to $177,292 pa (Level D). This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary.

This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a continuing basis.

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, childcare centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

How To Apply

Please click the Apply link to be taken to the UTS website. Here you can download:

• full details of the application process;
• a copy of the position statement; and
• information on remuneration, benefits, terms and conditions.

Please use reference number IRC225252 in all correspondence

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Marie Hetherington in the UTS Recruitment Team at [email protected].

Closing Date: Monday, 19th September 2022 at 11:59 pm (AEST)

Applicants must have valid Australian work rights

Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, ranked by the QS Top 50 Under 50 as Australia's top young university, and located centrally in one of the world's most liveable cities. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.

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UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan.

We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.