Academic Position in Communication/Network Engineering
Join RMIT University as a leading academic in cutting-edge communication and network engineering research and education.
Best for:Best for experienced researchers and educators with expertise in communication/network engineering, hands-on hardware/software integration, and a passion for advancing 6G and beyond technologies.
Overview
RMIT University is seeking a distinguished academic in Communication/Network Engineering to join the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. This full-time, permanent position offers opportunities at Academic Level C, D, or E, depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, research, and industry engagement in areas such as 6G networks, wireless and space communications, network security, and advanced telecommunications systems. The role emphasizes hands-on expertise in hardware-software integration, testbed development, and practical validation of research outcomes. Candidates must demonstrate a strong research track record, teaching excellence, and leadership potential in the field.
What you'll do
- Develop and deliver high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate courses in communication and network engineering, including curriculum design and student-centred learning improvements.
- Conduct cutting-edge research in communication/network engineering, focusing on areas such as 6G, wireless/space communications, and network security.
- Design, integrate, and validate research testbeds combining hardware platforms and software systems for practical research validation.
- Attract and manage external research funding to support innovative projects and collaborations.
- Supervise higher-degree research candidates and mentor junior researchers within the department.
- Engage with industry partners to foster collaborations, work-integrated learning, and project co-supervision.
- Contribute to academic leadership, including teaching and research excellence, and participate in university governance.
- Lead advancements in teaching methodologies and contribute to program improvements within the discipline.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Electrical Engineering, Communication Engineering, or a related field, or an approved Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent with relevant industry experience.
Language: English proficiency (assumed for academic roles in Australia, though no explicit test requirement mentioned).
Instruction: English
Publications: Substantial research outputs in high-quality outlets, with recognition varying by academic level (e.g., nationally recognised for Level C, internationally recognised for Level E).
- Proven research track record in communication/network engineering, with substantial outputs in high-quality outlets.
- Hands-on expertise in designing and developing research testbeds, integrating hardware and software systems.
- Experience coordinating large courses and delivering high-quality undergraduate/postgraduate teaching.
- Ability to attract external research funding and manage collaborative research teams.
- Demonstrated leadership in academic governance and teaching excellence.
- Experience in supervising higher-degree research candidates.
- Passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
- No explicit nationality or residency restrictions mentioned, but standard Australian visa requirements may apply.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-26
Submit a CV, cover letter, and a separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria via the RMIT University application portal. In the cover letter, specify the academic level (C, D, or E) you wish to be considered for. If open to multiple levels, indicate clearly.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Document addressing Key Selection Criteria
Contact
Professor Kandeepan Sithamparanathan· Department Contact
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