Research Associate in Artificial Intelligence

Research Associate in Artificial Intelligence – UNSW

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• Conduct independent and collaborative research activities to advance expertise in Cognitive Robotics and Knowledge Representation and Reasoning/Neuro-Symbolic Artificial Intelligence.
• Engage in scholarly research growth, contribute to writing scientific papers and reports for international journals, and participate in conferences and workshops.
• Work with industry partners and actively participate in related activities.
• Report to Professor Maurice Pagnucco, Deputy Dean (Education), Faculty of Engineering, and operate with no direct reports.

• PhD (or soon to be awarded) in knowledge representation and reasoning (artificial intelligence) or neurosymbolic AI or a related area.
• Proven commitment to keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality academic research and work independently 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.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
• Understanding of UNSW’s aims, objectives and values, plus relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

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

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. We’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community, 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 the University’s premier research faculty. For more information about the Faculty of Engineering please refer to the Faculty website.

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

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