Research Engineer

About The Team

The College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics was formed in January 2019 from an amalgamation of the Schools of Veterinary and Life Sciences, Health Professions, Psychology and Exercise Science, Engineering and Information Technology, and Education. The combination of these individually strong areas will foster cross-disciplinary academic expertise and innovative multidisciplinary approaches to research and teaching. The College promotes excellent teaching and research facilities and has highly qualified academic and professional staff across the following disciplines:

• Engineering and Energy
• Information Technology, Math and Statistics
• Chemistry and Physics

Your New Role!  

This position provides support to senior researchers through assisting in undertaking research tasks within the research team. This includes the system design and implementation, collection of and log of experimental data, submission of statement reports, spreadsheet development, data interpretation, professional report writing.

Your Key responsibilities will include –

• Research Support for Multimodal Sensing Systems: Contribute to the design, development, and experimental implementation of multimodal sensing systems (e.g., RGB and thermal imaging) for dairy cattle monitoring; Support research activities related to system configuration, data acquisition, calibration, and experimental validation in controlled and field environments.
• AI System Integration and Implementation for Research Experiments: Assist with the implementation and optimisation of AI models for real-time behavioural analysis on edge computing platforms (e.g., Jetson-based systems); Support experimental evaluation of model performance, including processing efficiency, system robustness, and reliability under varying environmental conditions.
• Experimental Field Trials and Data Collection: Participate in field-based research trials conducted in dairy farm; Support the collection, management, and quality assurance of research datasets, and contribute to experimental testing, troubleshooting, and documentation of system performance for research and reporting purposes.
• Prototype Development for Research Platforms: Support the development and integration of prototype sensing platforms; Assist in evaluating hardware configurations, sensor integration approaches, and prototype improvements to support research objectives and system scalability.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Fixed Term (12 Months) | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $79,915 – $107,770 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.   

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Enjoy a 2% salary increase under the Enterprise Agreement, effective July 2026

• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Completion of a tertiary qualification in Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in hardware integration, system installation, and configuration of sensing devices (e.g., cameras, thermal sensors, embedded systems).
• Strong programming skills relevant to AI deployment and system integration, including Python, C/C++, Linux environments, and experience working with edge computing platforms (e.g., NVIDIA Jetson or similar).
• Demonstrated experience in implementing and evaluating AI models in real-time or embedded environments, including performance optimisation and experimental validation.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Hai Wang, Associate Professor, and  quote JR105138 as the reference.

Applications Close on 10th April 2026 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.