The Department of Computer Science is New Zealand's top PBRF-ranked computer science department. With over 50 academic staff it performs research in a wide range of computing fields. It teaches into Bachelors of Science and Engineering programmes as well as supporting a vibrant postgraduate programme which attract quality Masters and PhD candidates.

The Department of Computer Science is seeking an early career researcher likely to become a future leader in the field of open systems research, to take up the position of Research Fellow at the University of Auckland.

We are seeking regarded researchers working on any aspect of open systems to join our diverse and internationally renowned Department of Computer Science. The definition of open systems is broad and includes interoperable systems with standards-based and well documented frameworks of functionality and interfaces (preferably free and open-source, however this is not a requirement).

The Department is interested in esteemed candidates from any field within Computer Science, whose research impacts on open systems. Research alignment with any of the major research groupings within the department would be advantageous. These broad research groups include: software engineering; intelligent systems and informatics; theory, and systems development and evaluation.

For further information about the Department please visit http://www.cs.auckland.ac.nz/

The Research Fellow will be expected to follow an independent line of research in the open systems field during their time at the University of Auckland.

For further information, please contact Professor Robert Amor, Head of Department of Computer Science on +64-9-3737 599 ext 83068 or email trebor@cs.auckland.ac.nz

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Applications should include a cover letter, evidence of qualifications/research, and updated recent curriculum vitae, and only contact information of three references. Please note letters of references may be requested for longlisted candidates.

This position is fixed-term for two years.

Why work here?

The University of Auckland employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ's largest employers. The University is consistently one of the highest ranked universities on the Pacific Rim and is a member of Universitas 21.

Auckland's harbour setting, magnificent beaches and beautiful parks make this a great place to study and work, whilst the University's close proximity to New Zealand's major businesses enables staff and students to rub shoulders with leading practitioners in their fields. The pace of life is relaxed and Auckland's diverse culture and sense of hospitality makes it an exciting and welcoming place to live.

The University of Auckland is a great place to work offering the following:

• Five weeks' annual leave (pro-rata)
• A Competitive salary
• Discounted car parking, childcare and a number of other subsidies on internal and external services

Applications close Friday, 14 September 2018

For further information and to apply online please visit www.auckland.ac.nz/opportunities

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