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Posted 09 April, 2026
Lecturer or Senior Lecturer, Digital Health - AI in Medicine
RMIT University
Melbourne, Australia
Full Time
1 x Full time, ongoing position available to join the School of Computing Technologies, Discipline of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Salary Academic Level B ($115,303 - $136,925) or Level C ($141,247 - $162,872 ) + 17% Super
Based at the City campus, but may be required to travel to other University campuses
About the Role The School is seeking a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer to contribute to teaching, research, and professional engagement. You will deliver high-quality programs across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, coordinate courses, and collaborate with colleagues, the University, and external partners. The role involves leading and participating in impactful research, with Senior Lecturers expected to provide research leadership, attract funding, and embed expertise into the School's activities. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in Digital Health and AI in Medicine, including machine learning (especially deep learning), natural language processing, and predictive modelling in biomedical, clinical, or bioinformatics contexts. A strong Computer Science foundation with experience or interest in biomedical applications and improving human health is essential. Key areas include:
AI in Medicine & Digital Health
Computational Medicine / Biology
Advanced Bioinformatics & Digital Phenotyping
Drug Repositioning / Multi-modal Data Integration
Knowledge-based Biomedical Data Analysis
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to teaching excellence, research leadership, and advancing Digital Health and AI in Medicine. About You To be successful for this position, you will have:
Experience coordinating and delivering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, Cyber Security, AI, or Data Science, including high-quality curriculum and innovative, student-centred approaches.
Ability to manage large programs or multiple smaller programs and undertake course coordination roles.
Ability to support and engage effectively with students to enhance learning outcomes.
Emerging or established research track record with publications in high-quality outlets.
Experience in research leadership, including building collaborative teams, mentoring staff, attracting funding, and managing complex research projects.
Experience supervising higher degree by research candidates.
Ability to manage academic teams and support the development of less experienced staff.
Understanding of and commitment to financial, governance, and quality management in a university setting.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills for engaging with staff, students, industry, and senior executives.
Ability to build networks and collaborations across academia, industry, and government to support research and funding initiatives.
Qualifications Mandatory: PhD or equivalent in relevant field. Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check and other checks as required by the specific role. Maintaining a valid Working With Children Check is a condition of employment at RMIT. To Apply Please submit your CV and cover letter and separately address the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page. For further information, please contact hiring manager Professor Jeffrey Chan, Associate Dean, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence at [email protected] or any recruitment related questions can be director to Senior Advisor, Aleks Besia at [email protected] Position Description - Lecturer, Level B Position Description - Senior Lecturer, Level C Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements.
Applications close on Monday, 11th of May 2026.
About RMIT University
RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 96,000 students and close to 10,000 staff globally. The University's mission is to help shape the world through research, innovation and engagement, and to create transformative experiences for students to prepare them for life and work.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/about
https://www.universitiesaustralia.edu.au/university/rmit-university
Why work at RMIT University
Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. Find out more about working at RMIT University, what we stand for and why we are an Employer of Choice.
We want to attract those who will make a difference. View RMIT's impressive standings in university rankings.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/facts-figures/reputation-and-rankings
Bring Your Whole Self to Work
We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond.
We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins.
RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani (Senior Talent Advisor), via [email protected] or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers
RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
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