About the UTS Human Technology Institute

The Human Technology Institute (HTI) is at the forefront of driving the regulatory, governance and technical change needed to grasp the benefits of AI and other digital technologies, while addressing the risks that these technologies can pose to human rights.

We measure our success by directly influencing policy, by helping Australian business responsibly adopt digital technologies, and by building new data-driven systems that unlock value for underserved, minority, marginalised and vulnerable communities.

We bring together a team of experts with deep experience in law, policy, procurement, governance, statistics, software engineering, and artificial intelligence. Our cross-disciplinarity and deep connection into the full digital technology design, development, evaluation, and deployment lifecycle enables us to deliver solutions for government and business that are not wedded to any one silo or perspective.

By joining HTI, you will be part of a passionate and committed team that is driving real change in how Australia thinks about AI and will be helping to realise a future that centres human rights and values in the practical application of cutting-edge technologies

About you

HTI is currently seeking an Assessment and Assurance Lead (Responsible AI) to join the team on a two-year contract.

As the Lead, a core part of your work will be the co-design, implementation, deployment and testing of practical, human-centred, and simple AI assessment, assurance and audit workflows developed with and for Australian organisations. You will be at the centre of building new solutions for enabling AI and digital technology adoption best practice, building simple, accessible, software-based processes that reflect the requirements of a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.

You will be a key member of the team delivering one of four National AI Adopt Centres being funded by the Commonwealth Government. The Centre will focus on enabling Australia’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to safely, responsibly and effectively adopt artificial intelligence.

The successful applicant will have expertise in;

• Workflow design, particularly in the areas of digital or AI risk assessment, risk management, and/or auditing
• Software-based implementation of workflows, including in platforms such as JIRA and Confluence (and/or similar workflow management, tracking and reporting platforms)
• Engaging in meaningful consultation, stakeholder engagement and user testing programs that directly enhance the quality and alignment of solutions/products under development
• Delivering transformation in the Australian technology sector

Remuneration & Benefits

• Base Salary Range: $136,830 to $143,345 pa (HEW 9)

This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary.

This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for 2 years.

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, childcare centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

How to Apply

Please include the following in your application:

• A cover letter stating your motivation for applying for this position and working with HTI. Please address key themes of the selection criteria within this cover letter (2-page response maximum)
• A copy of your resume (3-page maximum)

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Answering Selection Criteria.

Only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted. If you are a current UTS staff member, for help on how to apply through NEO please click here.

As you will be unable to save your application once started, please have all required documents and information available prior to commencing.

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes reference IRC296802 and your name.

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at [email protected], using the subject line: Assessment and Assurance Lead (Responsible AI enquiry via EthicalJobs. 

Please note: Interviews for this vacancy are intended to be held in December 2024.

A position description is attached.

This role is open to those with valid Australian work rights.