INDUSTRIAL AND ACADEMIC SUPERVISOR
part time • Remote
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
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 assistantLocation
Remote
Employment Type
part time
Salary
TBD
Experience
senior
Job Posted: 21 April 2026
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