Location: Centre of Policy Studies; Victoria University, City Queen Campus
Position: Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow in Economic Modelling
Level: B or C, depending on experience
Duration: to 31 December 2024, with expectation of ongoing renewal
Close Date: 3 October 2023
This is a full-time position with the classification depending on experience at either a Research Fellow Academic B ($101,598–$120,647) or Senior Research Fellow Academic C ($124,457–$143,506) plus 17% superannuation. Working 36.75 hours (1.0 FTE) per week over a fixed term contract period (to 31 December 2024) there is the expectation of ongoing renewal of the contract subject to performance and budget.
- Join a world leading research institution
- Work in a high performing and motivated team
- The position is located at our City Queen Campus.
About us
The Centre of Policy Studies (CoPS) is a Research Centre within Victoria University (VU) Research. We have been at the forefront of economic research and policy analysis for almost half a century and are renowned for development, application and training in computable general equilibrium (CGE) modelling. CoPS’ staff are the creators of many high profile CGE models, and the economic modelling software package, GEMPACK, used in over ninety-five countries.
About the role
We are looking for an exceptional Ph.D qualified economist, mathematician or computer scientist to contribute to our research program and make a significant mark in the field of economy-wide modelling. You will be an integral part of a research team that undertakes contract research studies on diverse policy topics for private and public sector agencies all around the world. Recent CoPS studies have covered a wide range of policy topics in such areas as: tax, trade, macro policy, climate change, water policy, banking and finance, migration, major projects, microeconomic reform, transport, and labour markets. Working together with the Director of CoPS and other senior CoPS staff, the researcher will be required to undertake research in the development, application and/or computation of large-scale economy-wide models.
About the person
The position will appeal to a researcher who has a strong background in applied economics or a relevant quantitative background in applied mathematics or computer science, and who values the importance of detailed quantitative analysis in informing evidence-based decision making in economics. The position represents an excellent opportunity for a person with the necessary modelling skills to join and play a leading research role in this highly regarded research centre. The ideal candidate should have the ability to identify and develop potential collaborations with industry partners, governmental bodies, and other relevant stakeholders. This requires skills in understanding rigorous academic principles and real-world applications, and bridging the gap between the two. The position requires a strong desire to work collaboratively in a team environment, together with a demonstrated record of research output in the form of publications, conference papers, reports, external engagements, and/or professional and/or technical contributions in the area of policy applications of large-scale economic models.
Duties
An example of duties you may perform will include:
- Undertake economic research for a range of national and international public agencies.
- Develop a range of regional, national and global economic models, and apply these models to diverse areas of current public policy interest.
- Train others in the development and application of large-scale economic models.
- Translate your work into public reports, academic publications, media engagement, and other outreach activities.
How to apply
Depending on qualifications and experience, the position will be classified at either Level B (Research Fellow) or Level C (Senior Research Fellow). Applicants should state and support their desired level of appointment in their application.
- For a detailed position description for a Research Fellow Level B, please click here.
- For a detailed position description for a Senior Research Fellow Level C, please click here.
Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:
- A cover letter;
- Your curriculum vitae/résumé;
- Your academic transcripts; and,
- Your responses to the key selection criteria listed in the position description.
For further information relating to the position, please contact James Giesecke, Professor (Research) & Director C by email at james.giesecke@vu.edu.au.
For further information relating to the recruitment process, please contact Maxim Zervos, People & Culture Officer by email at maxim.zervos@vu.edu.au.
Applications close on Tuesday the 3rd of October, 2023 (11:59pm AEST)
Could you design the new AustMS logo?
/in AustMS Announcements, Uncategorized /by Geoff PrinceThe leading society representing the mathematics profession in Australia is about to undergo a rebrand – and we need your help!
Mathematics is an incredibly broad topic to cover and we are having difficulty refining exactly what symbols and design elements represent the AustMS’s member base (i.e. you) and mathematics in general. So we’re asking for your help to come up with some ideas to use as a starting point to develop a new visual identity for AustMS.
You can submit a polished design with beautiful colours, or simply describe your idea with a quick sketch and some dot points – we don’t mind. All we ask is something that embodies what the AustMS and mathematics represent to you.
The winner will have the opportunity to work with us here at Miscible to develop, refine and transform their idea into a brand rollout for the AustMS and its members.
Please submit all designs/docs via email to molly@miscible.co and office@austms.org.au.
Entries close on September 15, 2022.
Good luck!
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PhD Scholarship @Griffith
/in Job Posting /by Jobs ManagerSchool of Environment and Science – Applied Mathematics, Griffith University
and Australian Rivers Institute
Duration: 3 years full time (domestic or international)
Closing Date: 4 December 2023
Griffith University are seeking PhD candidate to develop novel mathematical models that will contribute to decision support tools for erosion control. The primary focus of this role is to support on-ground management of erosion through the development of novel mathematical solutions to quantify the potential benefit of interventions on erosion. Application is via an EOI process (see link below for details). Deadline has been extended until Monday 4 December 2023.
The successful candidate will study under the supervision of ARC Industry Fellow Dr Melanie Roberts, based on the Gold Coast campus of Griffith University, and will work closely with the Queensland Department of Environment and Sciences. Scholarship is open to both domestic and international candidates. The 2023 Griffith University Postgraduate Research Scholarship has an annual stipend of $32,192 (indexed) for a period of up to three years of full-time study. An additional fixed top-up of $7,000 per annum (fixed for up to three years full time) is available to the successful candidate.
This opportunity is part of a broader Australian Research Council Industry Fellowship ‘A new catchment gully erosion model for a healthier Great Barrier Reef’ led by Dr Melanie Roberts and in collaboration with the Department of Environment and Science and the Queensland Water Modelling Network.
This project will provide the opportunity to work closely with industry, gaining critical skills in engagement and outreach while honing your skills as an application specialist. Collaboration with Queensland Government and the applied focus of this project provides an avenue for lasting impact and genuine change as a result of your research. Through engagement with the Queensland Water Modelling Network, you will be connected to a state-wide network of PhD candidates, early career researchers, and practitioners working at all levels across research, consulting, government and related industries. You will have access to targeted professional development programs through Griffith University, Australian Rivers Institute and the Queensland Water Modelling Network and will collaborate with leading experts in this field.
Further details on the project and scholarship are available at https://www.griffith.edu.au/research-study/scholarships/Mathematical-modelling-in-erosion-management-for-marine-ecosystems.
Associate Lecturer or Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Pure Mathematics @Adelaide
/in Job Posting /by Jobs ManagerLocation: School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, University of Adelaide
Employment Type: Full-time, Level A or B or C
Duration: 4-year fixed-term
Closing Date: 19 November 2023
Fixed-term teaching and research position in pure mathematics, available from 1 January 2024.
Preference may be given to applicants with a research record in Differential Geometry, or a related area.
How to apply
Learn more about this position and apply: click here.
Associate/Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Mathematics @Adelaide
/in Job Posting /by Jobs ManagerLocation: School of Mathematical Sciences, University of Adelaide
Employment Type: Full-time, Level B or C
Duration: 3-year appointment (convertible)
Remuneration: Level B ($102,952–$121,779) or Level C ($125,537–$144,368) + 17% superannuation
Closing Date: 28 October 2022
Fixed term position for 3 years, convertible to continuing, subject to performance and funding availability.
Flexible work arrangements can be negotiated with the right candidate.
The School of Mathematical Sciences is seeking an outstanding individual, passionate about teaching, to support Haide College, its joint venture with Ocean University in Qingdao, China. In this education-focused role, you will be responsible for the delivery of a range of courses at all levels of the undergraduate mathematics curriculum with an emphasis on applied mathematics, statistics and data science. You will lead the implementation of innovative delivery modes through a combination of online teaching and regular teaching visits to China, to provide a global education for students in the joint program.
The Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology aims to increase the diversity of its staff. Applications from women are particularly encouraged.
How to apply
Learn more about this position and apply: click here.
Senior Lecturer (Mathematics and Data Analytics) @Notre Dame
/in Job Posting /by Jobs ManagerLocation: The University of Notre Dame Australia; Sydney campus, School of Arts & Sciences
Employment Type: Level C — Senior Lecturer
Duration: Continuing, Full time
Closing Date: 5 November 2023
The University of Notre Dame Australia is a private Catholic University with over 1,000 permanent staff providing an exceptional educational experience to over 12,000 students across our Fremantle, Broome, and Sydney campuses, as well as clinical schools in Victoria and New South Wales.
Key responsibilities
About you
How to apply.
Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications close 5 November 202
For more information and to apply, please visit this page.
Lecturer in Applied Statistics @Curtin
/in Job Posting /by Jobs ManagerClosing date: 10 October 2023; 17:00 AWST
Campus: Curtin University; School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences (EECMS)
Remuneration: $110,442 – $130,829 (ALB) per annum, plus 17% superannuation
Status: 3-year fixed term
Job Reference: 1099002
A new role for a statistician to teach data science and contribute to research programs in applied/industrial statistics.
The School of Electrical Engineering, Computing, and Mathematical Sciences (EECMS) combines computational expertise in mathematics, statistics, and computing with applications in materials science, quantum physics, signal processing, and astronomy. EECMS contains several major research centres and institutes including the Curtin Institute for Computation, the Curtin Centre for Optimisation and Decision Science, the Curtin Institute for Radio Astronomy, and the Optus-Curtin Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence. These centres lead significant research and development programs with industry and government partners across the mining, energy, agriculture, and defence sectors. EECMS offers an accredited actuarial science course, one of only seven in Australia and the only one in Western Australia, with a strong focus on applied statistics and data analytics.
Your new role
This role is part of the Mathematics and Statistics discipline of EECMS.
As a lecturer in Applied Statistics, you will play a major role in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in data science, statistics, and actuarial science, as well as supervising student research projects at undergraduate, masters, and PhD levels. You will contribute to developing the data science courses at Curtin and building relationships with partner universities and international campuses. Your teaching will be underpinned by an active demand-driven research program with industry and government that drives real-world impact and inspires students.
This position will contribute to EECMS’s priority areas of mining/resources and defence through applied research in data science and statistics. EECMS already has several large-scale collaborative research and development programs underway in these areas. There is significant potential to expand existing work and develop new opportunities through Curtin University’s Trailblazer program in critical minerals and resources technology (which provides $50 million in federal government funding to support commercialisation and demand-driven research with industry), and the Australian defence force’s recently-announced AUKUS submarine program (which will involve establishing a nuclear submarine base in Western Australia).
As this is a 3-year position you will be required to have permanent work rights in Australia. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship may be considered.
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Ryan Loxton, Director, Curtin Centre for Optimisation and Decision Science, r.loxton@curtin.edu.au.
About Us
Curtin University is one of the world’s top 200 universities according to the 2023 QS World University Rankings. We offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package, a friendly and collaborative work environment, generous leave entitlements and superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and salary-packaging. Our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.
For more information about our university, please visit www.curtin.edu.au.
To apply
Please provide a cover letter, your CV and separate document addressing the selection criteria (noted below) to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
Selection criteria
This position may involve research with defence organisations where the ability to successfully apply for an Australian security clearance would be highly beneficial. The successful candidate may be required to undertake work on, or be provided with, technical information that is restricted by the Department of Defence. In accordance with these restrictions, any applicant born outside Australia or who holds, or has previously held, citizenship or permanent residency of a country other than Australia will be required to declare and indicate the country of birth, citizenships or permanent residencies, and this information may be considered relevant to selection.
Applications close: 5PM Australian Western Standard Time (AWST), Tuesday 10 October 2023.
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, you will need to have a current National Police Records check, undergo character, integrity, and reference checks. Please note that this position may be subject to a WA state government vaccination mandate. If requested, you will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status prior to employment.
If you have a query in relation to the application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1).
For more information, please copy and paste the following link into your web browser: http://staff.curtin.edu.au/job-vacancies/?ja-job=1099002
Senior/Research Fellow in Economic Modelling @Victoria University
/in Job Posting /by Jobs ManagerLocation: Centre of Policy Studies; Victoria University, City Queen Campus
Position: Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow in Economic Modelling
Level: B or C, depending on experience
Duration: to 31 December 2024, with expectation of ongoing renewal
Close Date: 3 October 2023
This is a full-time position with the classification depending on experience at either a Research Fellow Academic B ($101,598–$120,647) or Senior Research Fellow Academic C ($124,457–$143,506) plus 17% superannuation. Working 36.75 hours (1.0 FTE) per week over a fixed term contract period (to 31 December 2024) there is the expectation of ongoing renewal of the contract subject to performance and budget.
About us
The Centre of Policy Studies (CoPS) is a Research Centre within Victoria University (VU) Research. We have been at the forefront of economic research and policy analysis for almost half a century and are renowned for development, application and training in computable general equilibrium (CGE) modelling. CoPS’ staff are the creators of many high profile CGE models, and the economic modelling software package, GEMPACK, used in over ninety-five countries.
About the role
We are looking for an exceptional Ph.D qualified economist, mathematician or computer scientist to contribute to our research program and make a significant mark in the field of economy-wide modelling. You will be an integral part of a research team that undertakes contract research studies on diverse policy topics for private and public sector agencies all around the world. Recent CoPS studies have covered a wide range of policy topics in such areas as: tax, trade, macro policy, climate change, water policy, banking and finance, migration, major projects, microeconomic reform, transport, and labour markets. Working together with the Director of CoPS and other senior CoPS staff, the researcher will be required to undertake research in the development, application and/or computation of large-scale economy-wide models.
About the person
The position will appeal to a researcher who has a strong background in applied economics or a relevant quantitative background in applied mathematics or computer science, and who values the importance of detailed quantitative analysis in informing evidence-based decision making in economics. The position represents an excellent opportunity for a person with the necessary modelling skills to join and play a leading research role in this highly regarded research centre. The ideal candidate should have the ability to identify and develop potential collaborations with industry partners, governmental bodies, and other relevant stakeholders. This requires skills in understanding rigorous academic principles and real-world applications, and bridging the gap between the two. The position requires a strong desire to work collaboratively in a team environment, together with a demonstrated record of research output in the form of publications, conference papers, reports, external engagements, and/or professional and/or technical contributions in the area of policy applications of large-scale economic models.
Duties
An example of duties you may perform will include:
How to apply
Depending on qualifications and experience, the position will be classified at either Level B (Research Fellow) or Level C (Senior Research Fellow). Applicants should state and support their desired level of appointment in their application.
Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:
For further information relating to the position, please contact James Giesecke, Professor (Research) & Director C by email at james.giesecke@vu.edu.au.
For further information relating to the recruitment process, please contact Maxim Zervos, People & Culture Officer by email at maxim.zervos@vu.edu.au.
Applications close on Tuesday the 3rd of October, 2023 (11:59pm AEST)
PhD Scholarship at CSIRO & Monash
/in Job Posting /by Jobs ManagerLocation: CSIRO, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Closing Date: 31 October 2023
Duration: 3 years
Scholarship Title: Development of physics-constrained reduced order modelling of thermally driven flows
Monash University in conjunction with the CSIRO has an exciting opportunity for a PhD candidate to undertake research on the development of physics-constrained reduced order modelling of thermally driven flows. This fundamental research would enable the rapid computation, sensitivity analysis and robust design in many applications including: energy generation systems; heating, ventilation and cooling; and climate change response under varying levels of future greenhouse gas forcing.
Candidates must have:
The successful candidate will be eligible for a top-up scholarship up to $10,000 per year.
Closing date for Australian permanent residents and citizens and NZ citizens is: 31st October 2023.
For further details, click here.
Contacts:
Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Mathematics @Adelaide
/in Job Posting /by Jobs ManagerLocation: School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, University of Adelaide
Employment Type: Full-time, Level B or C
Duration: 2-year appointment (convertible)
Remuneration: Level B ($107,276–$126,894) or Level C ($130,810–$150,431) + 17% superannuation
Closing Date: 24 September 2023
The School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences is seeking an outstanding individual, passionate about teaching, to support Haide College, its joint venture with Ocean University in Qingdao, China. In this education-focused role, you will be responsible for the delivery of a range of courses at all levels of the undergraduate mathematics curriculum with an emphasis on applied mathematics, statistics and data science. You will lead the implementation of innovative delivery modes through a combination of online teaching and regular teaching visits to China, to provide a global education for students in the joint program. The position is available from 1 December 2023.
How to apply
Learn more about this position and apply: click here.
Mathematical Modeller @Burnet Institute
/in Job Posting /by Jobs ManagerClose date: 28 August 2023
Are you a talented researcher eager to undertake real-world mathematical modelling projects in infectious diseases and global health? Then this could be the role for you!
A unique opportunity exists for a Mathematical Modeller to join Burnet’s Modelling & Biostatistics team. You will be part of an innovative global team of experts that are developing and applying epidemiological and costing models around the world across a range of disease areas including COVID-19, HIV, TB, malaria, viral hepatitis, maternal and child health.
Modelling and analytical outputs will be provided to governments, policy makers, and other partners including the World Bank, Global Fund, and international health agencies, to improve health budget investment towards better decision-making and impact around the world.
In this role, you will:
Ideally, we are seeking a full-time appointment based in Melbourne, however we are open to part time arrangements (0.4 – 1.0 FTE) and fully remote working (from anywhere in Australia) with occasional travel to Melbourne. This is an initial 2-year contract with the possibility of extension. Flexibility to manage your own working hours will also be provided.
More details here.
Lecturer in Mathematics at University of Western Sydney
/in Job Posting, Uncategorized /by Jobs ManagerPosition: Lecturer in Mathematics at Western Sydney University; School of Computer, Data and Mathematical Sciences
Duration: Permanent
Salary range: Level B
Closing date: 29 September 2023
Western Sydney University demonstrated its commitment to foundational science establishing the Centre for Research in Mathematics and Data Science in 2013. Several researchers in the centre hold ARC Discovery Project or Future Fellowship grants, and the centre has become a venue for international AMSI workshops and conferences in pure mathematics. Mathematics has been consistently ranked above world standard in ERA; in ERA 2018, the fields Mathematics (FoR 01), Pure Mathematics (FoR 0101) and Applied Mathematics (FoR 0102) each received a ranking of 4 out of 5.
We seek an energetic, forward-thinking, dynamic, and innovative mathematician to take on a Level B academic position in mathematics for a full-time, permanent position.
Position Enquiries:
WSU job site: https://uws.nga.net.au/. Search for Ref 4542/23.