Associate Professor Programming Languages

UNSW; Sydney; On-site; CAD 170,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Australian university in Sydney seeks an Associate Professor to lead research and teach within their School of Computer Science and Engineering. The successful candidate will possess a PhD and a strong commitment to educational excellence. This full-time, continuous position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to impact students and researchers in the field of computer science. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their CV and related documents.

Benefits

26 weeks of fully paid maternity or primary carers leave

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Proven commitment to staying up to date with discipline knowledge.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design.
• Experience implementing educational technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead outstanding research on both national and international levels.
• Deliver exceptional teaching to computer science engineering students.
• Initiate curriculum development and improvement.

Skills

AI

Genetics

Clinical Trials

Pharmacy Residency

Research Experience

Teaching

Higher Education Teaching

Curriculum Development

Grant Writing

Program Development

Mentoring

Research Laboratory Experience

Education

PhD in a related discipline

Job description

Job Details

• Salary (Level D) - AUD $185,917 to $204,218 per annum 17% superannuation
• Full time
• Continuous (Permanent)
• Location: Kensington, Sydney, Australia

The Opportunity

Join the School of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) in the Faculty of Engineering as an Associate Professor in a Teaching and Research role. You will spearhead outstanding research on both national and international levels while also delivering exceptional teaching to the next generation of computer science engineers with a focus on Programming Languages.

This is an opportunity to join an organisation that is helping to shape the future direction of computing in Australia. The students and research produced in CSE can impact the world! The role of Associate Professor reports to the Head of School and has no direct reports.

The School of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) in the Faculty of Engineering at UNSW is one of the largest schools of its kind in Australia. It has a strong reputation for research and teaching, with an operating budget of over $32 million and a staff of 76 academic staff. Our research focuses on Artificial Intelligence, Computer Systems, Secure and Trustworthy Systems, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, and Humans and Machines. We encourage cutting‑edge technology and human‑centred computing with a strong emphasis on societal impact.

CSE offers undergraduate programmes in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Bioinformatics and Cyber Security, and postgraduate programmes including Information Technology and combined degrees. We attract excellent students and support them in achieving their full potential.

Skills and Experience

• A PhD in a related discipline and/or relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to staying up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design using a range of pedagogical approaches; development and delivery of courses and programmes at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Experience of implementing educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence and fostering this in others.
• Demonstrated experience with industry or work‑integrated learning.
• Evidence of professional development of teaching practice in self and others with the ability to advance and lead an inclusive culture of excellence in learning and teaching.
• Demonstrated success in initiating curriculum development and improvement.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Significant track record in research leadership with outcomes of high quality and high international impact; clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence and deliver research leadership.
• Excellent record of recruiting and supervising high‑calibre students.
• Demonstrated leadership in building engagement and partnerships with the profession and industry.
• Understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values, and relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via

To Apply

If you are interested in an academic role that focuses on conducting independent research and delivering excellent teaching, please click the apply now button and submit your CV, cover letter and systematic responses to the Skills and Experience.

If you’re excited about this role and think you have what it takes but your experience doesn’t align 100% we still want to hear from you and would encourage you to apply.

If you have had any interruption in your career you are encouraged to include a ROPE statement as part of your application. For information on ROPE please check

Applications close: 11:50 pm (Sydney time) on Saturday 8th November 2025.

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports 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 for people with disability and access to flexible work options including working from home for eligible staff. UNSW provides 26 weeks of fully paid maternity or primary carers leave upon commencement of employment (subject to eligibility). UNSW is committed to enhancing the experience of ECAs by providing a supportive and collegial work environment and a dedicated framework to deliver support services to assist their research, teaching and career development. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Required Experience: IC

Key Skills

• AI
• Genetics
• Clinical Trials
• Pharmacy Residency
• Research Experience
• Teaching
• Higher Education Teaching
• Curriculum Development
• Grant Writing
• Program Development
• Mentoring
• Research Laboratory Experience

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary: $185,917 - $204,218