Research Associate - Energy Management & AI
About the role
The Research Associate will be involved in conducting the technical tasks of the project under the direction of the project’s UNSW lead. The role reports to the project’s UNSW lead and does not have direct reports. The position involves research activity in multidisciplinary settings requiring strong artificial intelligence, electrical engineering, power systems programming, and scientific writing skills. The Research Associate will contribute to the development of research results and their publication in international journals or conferences.
Responsibilities
- Conduct technical tasks related to the project
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
- Develop research results and publish in international journals or conferences
Requirements
A PhD in Data Analytics, Energy Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Optimisation, Computer Science, or a similar discipline, in addition to demonstrated strong performance in research in the areas of autonomous systems, autopilots, swarm and robotics, or similar areas. A demonstrated ability to conduct innovative research. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills appropriate for interacting effectively with team members, collaborators, and colleagues across the Faculty. Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, showing initiative and taking direction as appropriate to the situation. Demonstrated ability to complete tasks within agreed time frames, with suitable supervision.
Qualifications
A PhD in Data Analytics, Energy Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Optimisation, Computer Science, or a similar discipline, in addition to demonstrated strong performance in research in the areas of autonomous systems, autopilots, swarm and robotics, or similar areas. A demonstrated ability to conduct innovative research. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills appropriate for interacting effectively with team members, collaborators, and colleagues across the Faculty. Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, showing initiative and taking direction as appropriate to the situation. Demonstrated ability to complete tasks within agreed time frames, with suitable supervision.
Skills
- Strong artificial intelligence, electrical engineering, power systems programming, and scientific writing skills
Benefits
Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
Additional three days leave during December festive period
Career development opportunities
Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
Free gym access
UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture
Pay
Level A from $118,467 plus 17% super
Schedule
Fixed-term, full-time (35 hrs per week)
Duration: 10 months