- Drive cutting-edge AI research in traffic video analytics, developing and deploying state-of-the-art computer vision models for real-world impact.
- Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for two years.
- Base salary range: Level C, $144,143 – $165,809 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
Join the Planning and Transport Research Centre (PATREC) at UWA, where cutting-edge research meets real-world impact. RoadSense Analytics (RSA) is a next-generation video analytics platform for traffic analysis, representing seven years of continuous R&D. It transforms pioneering Australian research into a market-ready product for transport planning.
About the opportunity
- Lead advanced research and development of computer vision and AI/ML models for traffic video analytics, focusing on detection, tracking, trajectory analysis, and robustness in complex conditions.
- Conduct large-scale benchmarking, optimisation, and deployment of AI models, ensuring research innovations translate into real-world applications within the RoadSense Analytics platform.
- Mentor junior researchers, collaborate with engineers, and contribute to knowledge building while pioneering state-of-the-art methods in multi-object tracking, trajectory reconstruction, and error reduction.
About you
- Tertiary degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics/Statistics, Robotics, Physics, or related discipline, with an excellent academic record.
- Demonstrated expertise and leadership in computer vision and machine learning research, including object detection, multi-object tracking, and segmentation.
- Evidence of leading research projects, teams, or collaborations, with measurable outcomes.
- Strong record of publications or equivalent applied research outputs in AI/ML or computer vision.
- Experience translating AI/ML research into real-world applications or systems.
Position description: 
PD [Senior Research Fellow] [521361].pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Chao Sun at chao.sun@uwa.edu.au
How to apply
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Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 22 October 2025
Note: We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, as we may begin reviewing candidates while the position remains open.
This position is open to international applicants.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.
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