Research Associate - Artificial Intelligence and UAV Navigation

Wallumattagal Campus, Macquarie University, AU💼 Full-time💰 $89,579–$89,579🗓 2026-09-25

Core

Develop software and conduct research on AI for UAV navigation, specifically focusing on computer vision, navigation, and planning.

Role type

Research Associate (AI/Robotics)

Builds

Software deployed to UAVs and research outcomes in AI navigation

Domain

Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, UAV Navigation

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

AI research expertise, software engineering, UAV/robotics knowledge, implementation on devices, project planning

Preferred skills

Publications in top-tier conferences/journals, industry experience

Technologies

Computer vision, navigation algorithms, planning algorithms

Responsibilities

Develop software for UAV deployment, conduct research on AI for UAV navigation, participate in project meetings

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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About mq

The AGF provides high quality synthetic biology and analytical chemistry services through multiple engagement models for both national and international clients. The AGF has a mixed portfolio of activities including contract, collaborative, applied, and fundamental research, and technology development for industry, government and the research community. We are a rapidly expanding team of approximately 20 molecular biologists, analytical chemists, flow cytometry specialists, automation engineers, post-doctoral researchers, and operations staff. The AGF is supported by Bioplatforms Australia thr