Applications close 1st February 2026
We are recruiting for a Level A postdoc fellow to join us in the ARC Training Centre for Information Resilience (CIRES) at The University of Queensland in sunny Brisbane, Australia.
This position will contribute to cutting-edge research on AI preparedness and the evaluation of AI deployments across public and private sectors. You’ll develop frameworks to assess organisational and data barriers to AI adoption, evaluate implementation outcomes, and analyse the impact of emerging AI policies, standards, and governance guidelines.
This role is mainly based at the ARC Training Centre for Information Resilience (CIRES) at The University of Queensland working closely with leading experts and industry partners. You’ll be supported by senior academics with opportunities for increasing autonomy over time.
We are seeking a candidate with:
- Completion or near completion of a PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems or a related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in empirical methods, proficiency in data analysis, and deep knowledge of contemporary AI tools and techniques
- Experience in conducting research projects, demonstrating high-level written and oral communication skills.
- Peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals or premiere conferences.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a cross-disciplinary research team.
See the full position description and how to apply:
Applications close Sunday 1 February 2026 at 11:00pm AEST.
This position will be based in the Australian Research Council (ARC) Industrial Transformation Training Centre for Information Resilience (CIRES) at UQ, and working across multiple projects with industry and government partners, providing a wealth of experience in multi-disciplinary teams, research planning, and industry and public sector dynamics. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work directly with the Centre’s partners, with an expected third of their time dedicated to working with partner organisations.
Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Shazia Sadiq and Professor Marta Indulska.