Overview:
- Full-time, Fixed Term position until June 2026
- Salary Academic Level B ($115,303 - $136,925) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
- Based at the Melbourne CBD campus
About the Role
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will contribute to a range of research and research translation activities as part of an Australia Economic Accelerator funded project developing a prototype using Large Language Models (LLM) to query and reason geospatial data. The project aims to develop a pilot decision support systems in collaboration with industry partners. The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will undertake research in applied LLMs, knowledge engineering and geospatial analytics and assist in the development of web application and software packages to translate the research outcomes. In particular, the Research Fellow will contribute in applying advanced techniques to increase the accuracy and speed of an LLM in querying geospatial data and thus improving user experience of the decision support systems.
To be successful for this position, you’ll have:
- Demonstrated experience in the application of LLM.
- Demonstrated experience in programming in Python.
- Ability to learn new technology and new tools rapidly.
- Good communication skills appropriate for multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Ability to coordinate teams and conduct timely management of research projects.
Qualifications
Level B: Hold a PhD in relevant field. Candidates who are studying towards their PhD may be considered for Level A.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About the School
The School of Science delivers excellence in applied research and education, engaging in strong impactful industry partnerships and producing skilled, industry-ready graduates.
The School employs over 120 academic and 60 FTE research staff across five academic Disciplines (Applied Chemistry and Environmental Sciences; Biosciences and Food Technology; Geospatial Sciences, Mathematical Sciences; Physics).
Across learning and teaching and research, the School partners actively with industry and external stakeholders in Australia and internationally, delivering innovation, research translation and providing knowledge and real-world solutions for societal good and to enhance sustainable development. The School is strongly committed to promoting and enhancing diversity and inclusion and seeks also to activate and develop its commitment to reconciliation.
Details of the School can be found at:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/science
To Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter and separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Jessica Bernardo (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor) via email
Position Description - Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Applied Large Language Modelling
Applications Close:
20 Aug 2025 11.59 pm
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