Emerging Technology Lead

University of Sydney

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Base: $156,277; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Hybrid
Experience in digital innovation strategy
Capability assessing emerging technologies like ai
Track record delivering technology-led pilots
This role leads proof of concepts and pilot initiatives across AI, automation, and digital innovation to support the University's strategic goals

Job Summary

  • This role leads proof of concepts and pilot initiatives across AI, automation, and digital innovation to support the University's strategic goals.
  • The successful candidate will provide informed advice on technology relevance, benefits, risks, and adoption pathways to help the University make confident decisions.
  • Staff are supported with benefits including up to 17% superannuation, generous parental leave, and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Matching Summary

This role leads proof of concepts and pilot initiatives across AI, automation, and digital innovation to support the University's strategic goals.

Salary

Base: $156,277; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Up to 17% superannuation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience in digital innovation strategy
  • Capability assessing emerging technologies like AI
  • Track record delivering technology-led pilots
  • Stakeholder engagement across academic communities
  • Judgement on governance cybersecurity and ethics

Nice-to-have

  • Hands-on familiarity with cloud services
  • Knowledge of automation or AI/ML environments
  • Ability to translate global trends into opportunities
  • Strong communication of case studies and lessons

Key Requirements

  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required
  • Experience in large or complex environment transformation
  • No visa sponsorship available for this appointment

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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