Research Associate in Artificial Intelligence

Overview

Research Associate in Artificial Intelligence — UNSW

Join UNSW as a Research Associate in Artificial Intelligence. The Faculty of Engineering is offering an opportunity for a Research Associate to conduct independent and collaborative research in Cognitive Robotics and Knowledge Representation and Reasoning / Neuro-Symbolic Artificial Intelligence. In this role, you will advance your scholarly research and professional activities nationally and internationally. You will contribute to writing scientific papers and reports for international journals, participate in conferences and workshops, and actively engage with industry partners. This position reports to Professor Maurice Pagnucco, Deputy Dean (Education), Faculty of Engineering, and has no direct reports.

Details

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

Responsibilities

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• Conduct independent and collaborative research in Cognitive Robotics; Knowledge Representation and Reasoning and Neuro-Symbolic AI.
  
• Contribute to writing scientific papers and reports for international journals; participate in conferences and workshops.
  
• Engage with industry partners to translate research impact.
  
• Collaborate with the Faculty of Engineering and external partners; contribute to the research community.
  
• Assist with dissemination of findings and scholarly activities.
  

Qualifications and Experience

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• PhD (or soon to be awarded) in knowledge representation and reasoning (artificial intelligence) or neurosymbolic AI or related area.
  
• Commitment to keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
  
• Record of high-quality academic research and ability to conduct independent research with limited supervision.
  
• Record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
  
• Ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines, and build effective relationships.
  
• Highly developed interpersonal skills; ability to communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
  
• Understanding of UNSW’s aims, objectives and values, and relevant policies and guidelines.
  
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to health and safety training.
  

To Apply

Please click the Apply Now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter, and responses to the Skills and Experience. 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 below.

Contact

Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant

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Application close

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

Equity, diversity and inclusion

UNSW is committed to equity and 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 and flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Job details

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• Seniority level: Entry level
  
• Employment type: Full-time
  
• Job function: Research
  
• Industries: Higher Education and Research Services
  

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