Organisation/Company ADELAIDE UNIVERSITY Research Field Computer science Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 2 Aug 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Australia Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

- Based in College of Engineering and Information Technology in the School of Computer Science and Information Technology
- Full-time continuing position at the Mawson Lakes Campus
- Salary Range: $140,127 - $161,145 (Level C) $168,146 - $184,955 (Level D) per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change-makers and create a better tomorrow.

Workthat matters

The School of Computer Science and Information Technology (SCSIT) invites applications for an Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in Information Management with a specialisation spanning archival science, records management, information management foundations, skilled archival practice, and both digital and analogue preservation. This is a senior academic leadership appointment that carries expectations of internationally recognised research, high-quality teaching, professional engagement with the archives and records sector, and a meaningful contribution to the School's strategic direction.

The successful candidate will anchor the School's information management curriculum and will build a nationally and internationally recognised research profile that advances the discipline. The role carries significant postgraduate teaching responsibilities, including HDR supervision, and offers opportunities to shape professional relationships with government archives, cultural institutions, memory organisations, and industry bodies.

As a leading expert with an international reputation in Library and Information Science,



theSenior Lecturer / Associate Professorwill make a distinguished contribution to the academic leadership of the relevant information management programs. The Senior Lecturer /Associate Professorwill enhance the research profile of Information Management through the development of a program of high impact and collaborative research, supported by competitive research grant funding in the areas of library and information science, human information behaviour, public and academic libraries, cultural heritage institutions, and information management.

Curious to learn more? Please don’t hesitate to contact us.

The team

Adelaide University’s School of Computer Science and Information Technology delivers industry-driven education and globally impactful research, equipping graduates with skills in artificial intelligence, cyber security, software engineering, and innovation to become impactful citizens of the digital society.

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about advancing the discipline, and who will bring the leadership, vision, and expertise to strengthen our teaching, research, and engagement both nationally and internationally.

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer atCareers at AU .

Experience

Tojoin our community and thrive in this role,you will likely havethe following skills and experience:

- A doctoral qualification in Library and Information Science or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated record of the development and delivery of excellent teaching and learning experiences in a range of settings and student experience levels, across the information management curriculum.




- Evidence of an outstanding research track record with high-quality outcomes within strict time and cost constraints and consistent with leadership in at least one of the following areas: Archives, Records Management, Information Management foundations, Archives professional practice, digital preservation and analog preservation.
- Demonstrated success in leadership and participating in excellent research projects, including collaboration with international stakeholders and developing partnerships between academia, industry, the community and the profession.
- Experience in postgraduate supervision, and a history of success in completion of doctoral and master’s candidates.
- Commitment to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion, and ability to contribute to the diversity of the school community.
- Experience with cross disciplinary engagement, participation in competitive grants (desirable).
- Demonstrated success at creating and leading a high-performing and productive research team, including significant collaboration with international stakeholders and developing partnerships between academia, industry, the community and the profession.
- Demonstrated ability and experience in academic leadership, including contributions to the development and planning of activities to support the School and University strategic priorities and support for staff that encourages professionalism, innovation and a culture of teaching and learning and research excellence.

Ourcommitment to inclusionand diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity iscelebratedand everyone feels respected and valued.Adelaide University isanequal opportunityemployer,committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Westrongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of allages,genders,cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, andgender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible workingarrangementsand providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Please note that the role description is not attached to this advertisement as it is currently being finalised.

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

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📌 Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor Information Management (Adelaide)
🏢 Adelaide University
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