"Professorial Research Fellow in Machine Learning/AI and Director of RAIR Centre"

The University of Adelaide is seeking to appoint an academic research leader of international standing to join the Australian Institute for Machine Learning (AIML) as a Professorial Research Fellow in Machine Learning/AI within the Responsible AI Research (RAIR) Centre as the Director.

The RAIR Centre is a partnership between AIML, CSIRO’s Data61 and the South Australian Government, and combines AIML’s expertise in machine learning research and translation with strengths in Software Engineering for AI (SE4AI) in CSIRO’s Data61. It is positioned to address fundamental responsible AI problems at a sufficient scale to have national and international impact. The RAIR Centre’s vision includes pushing the boundaries of responsible AI innovation and making responsible AI a competitive advantage of Australian industry and government.

Reporting to the Director of AIML, the RAIR Centre Director will be responsible for the overall strategic direction of the Centre, engaging with key external stakeholders in government and industries in South Australia, and overseeing Centre performance. The appointee will also be supported to establish and build a dynamic research program in machine learning or artificial intelligence as a Professorial Research Fellow in AIML.

To be successful you will need:

1. A doctorate (or equivalent) and research experience in computer science, machine learning, AI/software engineering or a discipline relevant to the core business of the RAIR Centre.
2. A leadership style that fosters collaboration, inclusion, respect and team development, with a track record of leading diverse, high-performing teams.
3. A record of sustained research excellence at an international level, including development and leadership of a multi-discipline research program or Centre, supported by funding from different sources.
4. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain meaningful external relationships with a diverse range of academic and non-academic partners including government departments, research organisations and/or industry.
5. A strong commitment to research excellence, innovation and continuous improvement of research performance.

This is a newly created position in a dual role as Director of the Responsible AI Research Centre (Level E) & Professorial Research Fellow (Machine Learning/AI). Fixed term, for 3 years. Total salary package offered is negotiable, depending on the applicant’s qualifications and experience plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

How to apply

Perrett Laver will conduct an executive search process in parallel with the public advertisement of the role. Head to Perrett Laver for a copy of the candidate brochure and to apply. Please ensure you submit a cover letter and resume. Applications close 9am AEST, Monday 20th October 2025.

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, or for any questions regarding your application please contact: Tadhg Waddington at Tadhg.Waddington@perrettlaver.com.