AI Experience Architect - LabNext70

AI Experience Architect

LabNext70

• Fixed term for 2 years, full-time,
• $ 116,342 to $ 135,019 per annum HEO8 + 17% super
• Salary packaging options available
• Generous leave entitlements including Christmas shutdown, parental, cultural, gender affirmation & domestic violence
• 5 weeks annual leave + Christmas shutdown leave
• Armidale based role with Flexible or hybrid work arrangements available.
• Relocation assistance available
• Free on campus parking
• On campus gym and pool + sporting competitions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing support
• Diverse and supportive workplace with UNE Ally Network, Equity Committee, Queer Space

About the role

As the AI Experience Architect at LabNext70, you won't just be advising on learning design—you’ll be actively building the future of AI-native educational products. This is a high-impact, hands-on "maker" role where you will design, build, and deliver next-generation learning experiences that advance both our commercial agenda and the University's AI integration mission. Operating at the intersection of AI and instructional design, your core focus will be translating complex academic and professional concepts into scalable, accessible learning products. You will apply advanced prompt and context engineering, generative prototyping, and vibe coding methodologies to ship production-quality assets. A key aspect of this role involves exercising sophisticated, independent pedagogical judgement to evaluate, select, and integrate emerging AI tools and EdTech platforms in ways that are ethically sound and institutionally aligned.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A "Maker" Mindset: A proven track record of designing, building, and shipping production-quality educational products using digital tooling, generative AI, and rapid iteration methodologies.
• Pedagogical Expertise: Sophisticated judgement and deep instructional design capability, allowing you to translate complex concepts into highly engaging and accessible user experiences.
• Generative Prototyping Experience: Hands-on capability with advanced prompt and context engineering, AI-assisted development workflows, and modern vibe coding.
• Strategic Insight: The ability to independently evaluate, navigate, and safely integrate emerging EdTech platforms and AI tools for diverse commercial and institutional audiences.
• Digital Leadership: A readiness to actively champion AI literacy and modern digital capabilities, helping to drive institutional adoption and capability building.

About the Faculty/School/Department

LabNext70 drives applied innovation and the strategic integration of artificial intelligence within the university. The Lab’s activities span three integrated pillars:

1. Academic Innovation and Research: Leading an applied research program to design, pilot, and ship next-generation learning models, while accelerating the university's fundamental research agenda through AI integration and strategic collaboration with centres and institutes.

2. Strategic Partnerships and Commercial Enablement: Forging high-value industry partnerships and developing technology products that resource the Lab’s mission, positioning the university at the forefront of the AI sector.

3. University-wide Integration and Capability: Embedding AI literacy, tools, and processes across academic and professional domains to elevate quality, efficiency, and equity, helping to co-architect the next-generation enterprise ecosystem that secures the university’s digital future.

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Professor Jonathan Moss, Professor of Academic Innovation (Business), phone: 02 6773 3677, email: [email protected].

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To Apply

Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 21 June 2025

Reference No: 225252

Submit your application through www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une and refer to vacancy ref 225252

Your application should be comprised of:

• Covering letter;
• Responses to selection criteria

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• Current CV.

Applicants must have appropriate Australian work rights for the duration of this position.

About Armidale

Armidale is an attractive and vibrant city that combines all the features of a bustling regional town centre with the tranquility of rural living. It boasts gourmet restaurants and cafes, boutique shopping, quality schools and sporting facilities. Surrounded by mountain gorges, waterfalls and national parks, Armidale’s natural beauty and distinct seasons make it an ideal place to live and thrive. To find out more, visit https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/experience . Information about relocation assistance.

UNE: A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

At UNE, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our people and the unique perspectives they bring. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and empowered to contribute their best.

We warmly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with lived experience of mental health or disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQIA+.

UNE is committed to enabling all staff to thrive and ensuring that our LGBTIQIA+ community and staff from all cultures feel included and respected. Our UNE Ally Network is here for staff and students and for any questions, contact our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Consultant.

About Our Process

At UNE, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of this role and align with our values: Be Bold, Be Kind, Be Accountable, Be Connected. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencing in this role as indicated in the position statement.

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