From: isaac@etrog.se.citri.edu.au (Isaac Balbin)
Subject: Academic Positions
Organization: Collaborative Information Technology Research Institute
Distribution: aus
Date: Sun, 15 Nov 92 23:49:21 GMT

ROYAL MELBOURNE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE


POSITION SUMMARY  --  2 TENURED LECTURER POSITIONS
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Title			          :	LECTURER in Computer Graphics
					LECTURER in Artificial Intelligence
	Number		          :	128-17-A and 128-34-A
	Classification		  :	ACADEMIC LEVEL B
	Salary		          :	$41,000  -  $48,688
	Closing Date for Application	:	27th NOVEMBER 1992

JOB SUMMARY

The Lecturers will provide academic support in the areas of Computer
Graphics and Artificial Intelligence under the general direction of the
Head of Department.

The Department of Computer Science is a large multi-campus department with
an enrolment of approximately 650 equivalent full time students in its
courses and a staff establishment of approximately 55.


The following courses are offered by the Department:
	.  Bachelor of  Applied Science (Computer Science).
	.  Bachelor of Applied Science Honours (Computer Science).
	.  Graduate Diploma  in Computing Studies.
	.  Graduate Diploma in Knowledge Based Systems.
	.  Post Graduate Certificate in Software Engineering.
	.  Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Applied Science in Information
Systems.
	.  Master of Applied Science (by Coursework) in Information Technology.
	.  Master of Applied Science and PhD (by Research).
	.  The Department also offers a range of service subjects to other
departments.

In addition to the above programs, the Department has a heavy involvement
in research and development principally in the areas of database systems,
computer graphics, artificial intelligence and software engineering.

The teaching programs of the Department cover the areas of programming
languages and methodology, computer architecture, systems analysis and
design, theory of computation, database systems, computer graphics,
artificial intelligence, software engineering, formal methods, data
communications and networks, operating systems, systems programming and
compiler design.

The Department operates two multi-processor Encore Multimax computer
systems (both due for repacement in 1993), a Sun 4 mini-computer and a
VAXll/750 all running UNIX.  A wide range of computer laboratories and
networked workstations are available for teaching and research.  Students
also make use of the RMIT Advanced Computer Graphics Centre laboratories
and the University's central mainframes and super-computer facilities. 

Further information about this position and other activities of the
Department may be obtained from the Acting Head,  Alan Leary,  
ajl@cs.rmit.oz.au or phone +61 3 660 2943, or fax +61 3 662 1617



QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The applicant should have a higher degree in Computer Science (preferably a
PhD) or a degree plus significant industrial experience in the appropriate
area.  Evidence of quality tertiary teaching and experience in an academic
environment would be an advantage.  


DUTIES

The successful applicant will be responsible to the Head of Department for:

3.1	Carrying out teaching, assessment and other academic functions
primarily in 
	the area of Computer Graphics/Artificial Intelligence but also in other
areas 
	from the list above;

3.2	Supervising projects and thesis, carrying out  research;

3.3	Assisting with administrative functions of the Department and the
University;  and

3.4	Performing other appropriate duties as required by Head of Department.

Note:	The successful applicant will be based at the RMIT City Campus but
may 
	be required to teach at the RMIT Bundoora campus.
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