Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Software Engineering
Balaclava Road, North Ryde, NSW, Australia
Phone: 02 9850 7111
Web Site: http://mq.edu.au/
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• Salary Package: Level B from $119,840 to $141,790 p.a. or Level C from $146,324 to $168,275 p.a. (3% increase from FFPPOA 1 July 2025), plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.• Appointment Type: Full-time, fix term for four years
• Macquarie University (North Ryde) location
We are looking for an outstanding academic with an excellent track record of teaching and research in software engineering and software technology. The successful applicant will be expected to develop, teach and convene units at the postgraduate and undergraduate levels, while supervising Higher Degree Research students as well as leading and collaborating on research projects. We strongly encourage candidates with relevant teaching and research experience in one or more of the following areas of software engineering to apply: software testing and formal verification, software development, AI in software development practice, software analysis, and software engineering methodologies.
The successful candidate will demonstrate an excellent track record in research and teaching, as well as personal and professional skills that can enable service and leadership contributions that will help to strengthen the impact and reputation of the School of Computing, Faculty of Science and Engineering, and Macquarie University.
About Us
You will be joining a growing School of Computing in the Faculty of Science and Engineering with a fast-rising reputation (Top 125 globally for Computer Science, in 2024 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject, and Top 50 globally for Data Science and AI, in 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject). The School of Computing is currently the home of more than 60 academic staff and over 130 research students, and close to 3,000 undergraduates and postgraduate coursework students. The School offers a broad range of cutting edge undergraduate and postgraduate courses and enjoys a strong research ethos.
In Macquarie's Faculty of Science and Engineering, you'll join passionate researchers and educators blazing new trails in the spirit of discovery and exploration. Encouraged to think boldly, and supported by some of Australia's most outstanding facilities, brilliant minds converge in our faculty to create incredible new possibilities: the world's first attempt to synthesize complex life, the creation of Wi-Fi, the discovery of dancing dwarf galaxies, and the development of blue LED light. Inspired by challenge and opportunity, we look forward to welcoming you as we imagine a new future together.
Globally recognised as one of Australia's leading research universities, Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university: one unbound by ivory towers and sandstone walls. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. Uniquely located in the heart of Australia’s largest high-tech precinct with more than 300 leading companies, our students are able to tap into industry connections that give them an edge in their future careers, while our staff have access to outstanding research and innovation opportunities with some of the world’s leading organisations. Over the years, we’ve grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate document responding to the selection criteria below:
Essential Criteria
A PhD in Software Engineering or a closely related discipline, with focus on one or more of the following research areas: trustworthy AI for SE, automating SE tasks with LLM and other foundation models, AI-assisted software design and model driven engineering, testing and verification of AI-based systems, software testing, automated test generation techniques, metamorphic testing, adaptive random testing and symbolic execution, debugging and fault localisation, runtime analysis and/or error recover, data-driven software engineering, and software analysis.
Demonstrated commitment and capability in delivering high quality and innovative teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in software engineering and software technology.
Demonstrated publications in top-tier peer reviewed journals and conferences, e.g., ICSE, FSE, ASE, ISSTA, TSE, TOSEM.
An understanding and appreciation of scholarly teaching.
Demonstrated teaching expertise in one or more of the following areas: software development, software engineering methodologies, requirements engineering, algorithms and data structures, software testing and formal verification, DevOps, DevSecOps, and continuous integration.
Proven ability to successfully attract and supervise research students.
Demonstrated potential to attract nationally competitive and/or industry research grants.
High level of oral and written communication skills in English.
Proven ability to interact effectively with students, staff and the community.
Additional Selection Criteria for Senior Lecturer (Level C) Applicants
Demonstrated research leadership, success and impact in high-quality research in software engineering, e.g., through roles such as Program Committee member for top-tier conferences (e.g., ICSE, FSE, ASE, ISSTA) and/or Associate Editor for leading journals (e.g., TSE, TOSEM).
Demonstrated success in securing research funding.
Demonstrated leadership in developing the curriculum in a software engineering program or a closly related area.
Strong record of supervising higher degree research students, particularly PhD level students.
A record of contributing to administration in a University or professional setting and to interact effectively within these settings.
A record of enhancing the University's reputation through engagement with relevant external stakeholders including software professionals.
Desirable Criteria
Proven ability to interact effectively with industry.
Enquiries: Distinguished Professor Michael Sheng, Head of School at [email protected]
Applications Close: Friday 7th of February 2025 at 11:55pm
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