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INDUSTRIAL AND ACADEMIC SUPERVISOR

part time • Remote

JP0000014Z

Position Overview

Step into a role where academia shakes hands with industry. As an Industry & Academic Supervisor, you will mentor Bachelor’s and Master’s students through innovative, real-world capstone projects on the platform. This position blends technical depth with educational leadership, guiding students across IT domains such as programming, cloud computing, enterprise systems, and IT solutions, while also nurturing business analysis and system evaluation skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide structured weekly supervision and mentorship to students working on capstone projects

  • Guide students across core IT domains including programming, cloud computing, and enterprise systems

  • Develop students’ professional capabilities such as communication, presentation, and workplace readiness

  • Translate real-world industry project briefs into academic frameworks (learning outcomes, milestones, reports)

  • Contribute to the design and refinement of “Smart Projects” sourced from industry experts

  • Assist in developing educational content including curriculum design, assessment models, and supervision frameworks

  • Integrate AI tools into supervision processes and guide students on ethical and effective AI usage

  • Collaborate with leadership to produce academic research in capstone and Work-Integrated Learning (WIL)

  • Mentor junior supervisors as the program expands

Must Have Skills

  • PhD (preferred) or equivalent academic and industry experience

  • Strong background in IT domains such as programming, cloud computing, and enterprise systems

  • Knowledge of business analysis, system evaluation, and interdisciplinary project environments

  • Proven experience supervising or mentoring undergraduate or postgraduate students

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

  • Ability to manage remote work and maintain structured weekly engagements

  • Versatility across both technical and non-technical domains

  • Strong interest in innovation in education and WIL models

Preferred Skills

  • Strong proficiency in modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript) and software development practices

  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud

  • Familiarity with enterprise systems, ERP solutions, and system architecture design

  • Experience with Agile, Scrum, or other project management methodologies

  • Ability to supervise and evaluate academic research, technical documentation, and capstone reports

  • Knowledge of data analysis, system modeling, and solution design frameworks

  • Experience integrating AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, automation platforms) into teaching, mentoring, or workflows

  • Strong presentation and storytelling skills for technical and non-technical audiences

  • Experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or academic program structuring

  • Exposure to Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) models or industry-academic collaboration frameworks

  • Ability to mentor diverse, international student cohorts in a remote environment

  • Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to bridge theoretical concepts and real-world applications

Benefits

  • Be part of a cutting-edge edtech platform recognised for innovation in NSW (2025)

  • Help shape the future of capstone and Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) programs

  • Opportunity to co-author academic publications and strengthen your research portfolio

  • Direct impact on student employability and real-world readiness

  • Flexible remote work with strong growth potential

Skills & Technologies

Industry & Academic SupervisorCapstone Project SupervisorWork-Integrated Learning (WIL)Academic MentorshipStudent SupervisionHigher Education / EdTechRemote Teaching / Online LearningProgramming (Python, Java, JavaScript)Cloud Computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)Enterprise Systems / ERPSoftware Development Lifecycle (SDLC)System Architecture / Solution DesignData Analysis / System EvaluationAgile / Scrum MethodologyAcademic & Research KeywordsCurriculum DevelopmentInstructional DesignLearning Outcomes & Assessment DesignAcademic Research & PublicationCapstone ProjectsThesis SupervisionResearch MethodologyAI & Digital Innovation KeywordsArtificial Intelligence in EducationAI Tools (e.g., ChatGPT)Automation ToolsDigital Learning Platforms / LMSEdTech InnovationSoft Skills & Professional KeywordsCommunication SkillsStakeholder EngagementMentorship & CoachingCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingCross-functional CollaborationRemote Team ManagementBonus / Differentiator KeywordsIndustry-Academia CollaborationExperiential LearningProject-Based Learning (PBL)Graduate EmployabilityInnovation in Education

Work From Home Requirements

  • Stable internet connection (Minimum 20 MBPS) with backup connection
  • Laptop/PC with updated OS (Core i5 or higher) + Backup device
  • Headset with clear microphone
  • Noise-free work environment during work hours
  • Willingness to use Time Doctor for productivity tracking
  • Not currently employed full-time elsewhere

Job Details

Category

Admin assistant

Location

Remote

Employment Type

part time

Salary

TBD

Experience

senior

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Job Posted: 21 April 2026

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