Professor of Computer Science & Data Science

About the role

The University seeks a senior academic leader to drive excellence in teaching, research and industry collaboration within Computer Science and Data Science. This full‑time, hybrid position is based at the North Sydney campus.

Key responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership across teaching, research and industry engagement.
• Lead the design, development and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in computer science, software engineering, information technology and data science.
• Oversee teaching teams, ensure curriculum innovation and maintain consistent academic standards across campuses and delivery modes.
• Supervise Higher Degree Research students and integrate research outcomes into teaching.
• Lead accreditation, quality assurance and compliance with professional standards.
• Build national and international industry partnerships to enhance the university’s external profile.

Required profile

• Established record of high‑quality research publications and competitive grant acquisition.
• Experience in developing innovative or emerging academic programmes.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise research students and foster a collaborative academic culture.
• Strong reputation in the fields of computer science, software engineering, information technology or data science.

Required skills

What we offer

• Total remuneration valued at AUD 260,037 per annum (pro‑rata), including a salary component of AUD 220,723.
• 17% employer superannuation contribution and annual leave loading.
• Flexible work arrangements, study leave, salary packaging and generous leave provisions.