Postdoctoral Fellow in Economics
University of New South Wales
Australia

• Employment Type: 12-month, Fixed Term contract
• Remuneration: Research Staff Level A: from $88,290 plus 17% superannuation
• Location: Kensington, NSW

About UNSW
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.  We aspire to be Australia’s global university, improving and transforming lives through excellence in research, outstanding education and a commitment to advancing a just society. 

About the Role

The purpose of the Postdoctoral Fellow (Level A) is to conduct research in the fields of Computational Social Choice / Algorithmic Game Theory / Economics & Computation / Mechanism and Market Design / Trustworthy AI/ Explainable and Auditable AI, and support the research of the ARC Laureate Fellowship on ”Trustworthy AI”. You will be required to undertake and have experience in the following areas of expertise:

• Conduct of research in the area of Computational Social Choice / Algorithmic Game Theory / Economics & Computation / Mechanism and Market Design / Trustworthy AI/ Explainable and Auditable AI, independently and as part of a team and contribute to the goals of the ARC Laureate funded project on “Trustworthy AI”.
• Contribute to the writing of scientific papers and reports for international journals and progress reporting to other researchers and industry partners.
• Assist with the coordination of research activities and actively contribute to research outputs to meet project milestones.
• Undertake specific research project/s under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to development of research activities.
• Support the dissemination of research outcomes through appropriate channels and outlets.
• Undertake discipline-appropriate research activities, e.g. surveys, literature reviews, data gathering and/or recording of results using appropriate research methods.
• Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values
• Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.

About You

• PhD (or soon to be awarded) in Computational Social Choice / Algorithmic Game Theory / Economics & Computation / Mechanism and Market Design / Trustworthy AI/ Explainable and Auditable AI or related area.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Ability and capacity to implement required UNSW health and safety policies and procedures.

For further information on the role & responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description.

How to Apply: Submit your CV & cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job (as per the skills & experience bullet points in the job description) before Monday 27 January 2025 by 11:55pm.

UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include: 

• Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc) 
• Additional 3 days leave during December festive period.
• Career development opportunities 
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice.
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)

Job queries contact: Tai James, Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: tai.james@unsw.edu.au  (applications to the address cannot be accepted, please apply online)

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.