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The Opportunity

The Faculty of Engineering is offering an opportunity for a

This Job is based in Australia

The Opportunity

The Faculty of Engineering is offering an opportunity for a Research Associate. In this role, you will conduct both independent and collaborative research activities to advance your expertise in the field of Cognitive Robotics and Knowledge Representation and Reasoning/Neuro-Symbolic Artificial Intelligence.

This position offers an opportunity to advance your scholarly research and professional activities both nationally and internationally. You will contribute to the writing of scientific papers and reports for international journals, participate in conferences and workshops, and actively engage with industry partners.

This role reports to reports to Professor Maurice Pagnucco, Deputy Dean (Education), Faculty of Engineering, and has no direct reports.

  • Salary, Level A - AUD$113,911 to $121,838 per annum + 17% superannuation
  • Full time
  • Fixed-term contract – 3 years
  • Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia


About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

The Faculty of Engineering at UNSW is a national and international leader in engineering research and education, and it is the University’s premier research faculty. It is the largest engineering faculty in Australia, graduating the most engineers and having the largest research expenditure. The Faculty offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across eight schools, fostering innovation and addressing global challenges. With strong industry partnerships and cutting-edge research, UNSW Engineering prepares students to become leaders in their field. For more information about the Faculty of Engineering please refer to the Faculty website: https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/about-us

Skills And Experience

  • PhD (or soon to be awarded) in knowledge representation and reasoning (artificial intelligence) or neurosymbolic AI or related area.
  • Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
  • Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
  • Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
  • Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
  • An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
  • Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.


Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.

To Apply

Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.

Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact:

Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant

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Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Friday 19th September 2025

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Seniority level

  • Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

  • Employment typeFull-time

Job function

  • Job functionResearch
  • IndustriesHigher Education and Research Services

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