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Research Associate/Fellow in Platform-as-a-Service, Distributed Systems and Secure Cloud Software Curtin University in Australia
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
This is a fixed-term, full-time Research Associate/Fellow role ending 31 March 2028, with remuneration of AUD 108,064–115,862 at ALA.6–ALA.8, plus 17% superannuation. Benefits include salary packaging, paid parental leave subject to eligibility, annual and personal leave, flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing services, and other university benefits. This is employment funding rather than a student scholarship or stipend.
Deadline
Nov 15, 2026
Country
Australia
University
Curtin University
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About this position
Curtin University is recruiting a full-time Research Associate/Fellow for the High-Performance Intelligent Systems (HPIS) Research Group at the Bentley campus in Perth, Western Australia. The fixed-term role contributes to a Defence-funded research contract developing secure, scalable and resource-efficient software platforms.
The research focuses on Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), distributed systems, cloud and edge-cloud computing, software engineering, performance evaluation and cyber-secure deployment. Responsibilities include applied research, prototype and platform-component development, benchmarking, experimental design, system testing, performance analysis, technical reporting and scholarly outputs. The successful researcher will collaborate with software engineers, students, Defence stakeholders, industry partners and academic colleagues, while mentoring junior researchers.
Applicants need a PhD or near-completion PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Distributed Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science or a related discipline. Strong programming and prototyping ability is expected, with experience in languages such as Python, Java, C/C++, Go or JavaScript/TypeScript. Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, serverless or cloud-native systems, DevOps, MLOps, CI/CD, benchmarking, simulation, performance profiling, secure software development or controlled environments is advantageous. Applicants must be Australian citizens and may need to obtain an Australian Government security clearance.
The appointment runs until 31 March 2028 and offers AUD 108,064–115,862 plus 17% superannuation, alongside university leave, salary packaging, flexible work and wellbeing benefits. Apply through SEEK with a resume, cover letter and selection-criteria response by 8pm AWST on 15 November 2026.
Funding details
This is a fixed-term, full-time Research Associate/Fellow role ending 31 March 2028, with remuneration of AUD 108,064–115,862 at ALA.6–ALA.8, plus 17% superannuation. Benefits include salary packaging, paid parental leave subject to eligibility, annual and personal leave, flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing services, and other university benefits. This is employment funding rather than a student scholarship or stipend.
What's required
Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold a PhD, or be near completion of a PhD, in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Distributed Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science or a closely related discipline. Essential experience includes applied research, software engineering, distributed systems, cloud or PaaS platforms, or performance evaluation; strong programming and prototyping skills; experimental design and analysis; collaborative software development using tools such as Git, issue tracking, testing and documentation; strong written and verbal communication; multidisciplinary teamwork; and commitment to research integrity, confidentiality and safe workplace practices. Desirable experience includes Kubernetes, serverless or cloud-native platforms, Docker, CI/CD, DevOps, MLOps, infrastructure automation, benchmarking, simulation, system testing, performance profiling, secure software development, cyber-resilient systems, data governance, externally funded research and Defence-related environments. The successful applicant may need to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance and will be subject to National Police Clearance, background, integrity and reference checks.
How to apply
Apply through the SEEK application portal and attach an up-to-date resume, cover letter, and a document addressing the stated selection criteria. Applications close at 8pm AWST on 15 November 2026; late applications are not accepted.
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