Professor in Health AI

Who are we looking for?

Be a leader at the forefront of healthcare innovation as Professor in Health AI at QUT's Faculty of Health. Here, you'll lead pioneering research at the intersection of healthcare and artificial intelligence. Our vision extends beyond traditional boundaries, propelling healthcare into the digital age.

This position is one of two professors who will co-lead the establishment of the cross-disciplinary AI in Health Research Network, which aims to shape the future of healthcare through innovative research and collaboration.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The School of Public Health and Social Work is a dynamic and progressive School that has an excellent reputation for high quality teaching, research and services across four disciplines: Social Work and Human Services; Health Management; Public Health and Health Safety and Environment (HSE).

What you need to succeed

1. Completion of a doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline area or closely related field.

2. Recognised nationally and internationally as a research leader in artificial intelligence methodologies with particular strength and deep expertise in the application within healthcare settings.

3. Demonstrated ability in establishing and working with an interdisciplinary team of academic colleagues, and engagement with industry stakeholders including medical or clinical practitioners to enhance teaching and research performance.

4. Proven leadership that drives high performance and collaborative culture, including the ability to successfully mentor staff and students.

5. Extensive success in generating significant research income and publishing in top tier journals.

6. Demonstrated considerable leadership ability, including inspiring a high performance and collaborative culture, understanding of complex environments (greater than two years experience).

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfilment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.

• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.

• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).

• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.

• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.

• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.

• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.

• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

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Belong at QUT

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it’s celebrated. See our commitment.

More information and application

The Insight Group are assisting QUT with the appointment of this position.

We recommend reaching out to Dr Rohan Carr or Ms Emily Witts to receive a copy of the relevant candidate prospectus and to discuss application requirements.

Phone: +61 3 9654 3288
Email: applications@insightgroup.com.au

• Job opens: 28-Apr-2025

• Applications Close: 26-May-2025 at 11.30pm

• Applications Close: 26-May-2025 at 11.30pm