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Lecturer in Mathematics @Sydney

Closing date: 17 August 2023; 11:59pm
Campus: School of Mathematics and Statistics at the Camperdown Campus, The University of Sydney
Remuneration: Base Salary Level B, $113K – $134K + 17% superannuation
Status: Full time, 3 years, fixed term.
Reference: 0107501-1

• Full time, 3 Years Fixed Term. Located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Mathematics and Statistics
• Opportunity to join a vibrant and collegial community of world-class mathematicians and statisticians
• Base Salary, Level B $113K – $134K p.a. + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

We are one of the largest mathematical sciences schools in Australia, and the University of Sydney is the only Australian university to have received the highest rating of 5 out of 5 for research in the mathematical sciences in every Australian Research Council Excellence in Research for Australia assessment to date. The University also hosts the Sydney Mathematical Research Institute (SMRI), which attracts leading mathematical scientists from all over the world to do research with Australian collaborators. We are currently seeking to appoint an accomplished academic to the position of Lecturer in Mathematics. To succeed, you will be a talented and well-qualified mathematician with a passion for teaching and research expertise in an area that strengthens the school’s profile and align with the research interests of SMRI’s director Professor Geordie Williamson. This includes, but is not limited to algebra, geometry and representation theory. In particular, researchers with background in geometric representation theory, algebraic geometry or homotopy theory are particularly encouraged to apply. You will need to have appropriate skills and qualifications as outlined in the position description, including a PhD in Mathematics.

If appointed, you will be expected to undertake duties consistent with an appointment at the Lecturer level (Level B) on the Australian academic scale. This will include: publishing scholarly papers in international peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences; supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students; teaching a range of courses to undergraduate students; and applying for external funding.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer who has:

• a PhD in Mathematics
• evidence of independent research ability
• demonstrated evidence of independent research ability and potential in an area of Mathematics
• published research, as a sole author or in collaboration, in refereed journals
• evidence of ability, versatility and commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching
• ability to supervise students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• evidence of administration and course coordination within a university environment and the ability to apply for competitive research funding would be highly desirable.

The position is full-time fixed-term for three years, subject to completion of a satisfactory probation and confirmation period for new appointees.

To apply for this role, please submit the below three documents in addition to your CV, in support of your application:

  1. cover letter outlining your suitability for this position
  2. research statement, with a focus on where you see your research in 3 years
  3. teaching statement, with a focus on approaches you utilize for effective teaching

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

For more information and to apply: https://usyd.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/USYD_EXTERNAL_CAREER_SITE/job/Darlington-Campus/Lecturer-in-Mathematics_0107501-1

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Lecturer in Mathematical Sciences @QUT

Closing date: 28 November 2022
Campus: School of Mathematical Sciences, Faculty of Science, Queensland University of Technology, Gardens Point
Remuneration: Level B
Status: Ongoing
Reference: 221174

The School of Mathematical Sciences at QUT is committed to a gender-equitable workplace. To advance gender-equity, the School is seeking to improve gender balance among staff by recruiting an ongoing staff member (women only) who is able to provide strategic capacity in both research and learning & teaching within the School in any field of applied or computational mathematics, operations research or statistics. The successful candidate will focus their teaching on providing high-quality learning experiences in QUT’s Bachelor of Mathematics (majors in applied and computational mathematics, statistics and operations research), Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours), Bachelor of Data Science and to students in related disciplines such as engineering, and the natural and health sciences. The appointee’s research interests will ideally align with existing strengths in the School of Mathematical Sciences.

For further information about the position and a copy of the Position Description please go to QUT Careers: see https://www.qut.edu.au/careers Job Ref 221174.

Lecturer in Applied Mathematics @UNSW Canberra

Location: UNSW Canberra Campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: fixed term 5 years
Remuneration:  $112 697 – $132 832 p.a. + 17% superannuation (Level B)
Closing Date: 19 September 2022

UNSW Canberra is a campus of the University of New South Wales located at the Australian Defence Force Academy in Canberra. 

As a Mathematics Lecturer in the School of Science, you will showcase your knowledge and experience in Applied Mathematics in the areas of teaching and research in the School. In particular, you will be responsible for delivering, in collaboration with colleagues from the School of Engineering, an introductory computer science course taken by all engineering students. You will also be expected to teach introductory and upper-level mathematics courses to our Science majors, and to address the growing demands for mathematics support teaching. You will also be involved in advancing the School of Science at UNSW Canberra’s international profile by conducting high quality scholarly research in Applied Mathematics, aligning with the School’s research priorities and contributing to the supervision of research students.

For more information and to apply, please visit Jobs@UNSW site.

Lecturer in Mathematics @Newcastle

Location: College of Engineering, Science and Environment, Callaghan and Central Coast campuses, The University of Newcastle
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 3-year appointment
Remuneration: $103,221 + 17% superannuation (Level B)
Closing Date: 23 August 2022

Learn more about this position and apply: https://www.livehire.com/careers/universityofnewcastle/job/P9RPH/67MI8YMDWI/lecturer-in-mathematics.

Lecturer in Mathematical Sciences (Level A/B) @UniSA

Closing date: 15 August 2022
Campus: University of South Australia
Remuneration: Level A $93,165 or Level B $104,838 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)
Status: Two continuing opportunities, flexible employment arrangements available

View full announcement on UniSA’s site.

The University of South Australia is committed to increasing the diversity of our people, so we strongly encourage female applicants, people with a disability and/or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders descent to apply.

At least one of these appointments will be made to a female or gender-diverse applicant.

About the Roles

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established, high-performing team of mathematics academics at the University of South Australia. These positions will contribute to and enhance our high-quality teaching of service and discipline-specific courses at undergraduate, honours and postgraduate level within UniSA STEM, and help advance STEM’s dynamic research agenda.

The Teaching focused position is responsible for the development and delivery of teaching resources and activities in the Mathematical Sciences in undergraduate and postgraduate programs within UniSA STEM and across the University.

The Teaching and Research focused position is responsible for the development and delivery of teaching resources and activities within STEM’s undergraduate, honours and postgraduate programs and for contributing to STEM’s research agenda. To be considered for Level B, a doctoral qualification in Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related field, is required.

Please visit UniSA’s site for more information: https://workingatunisa.nga.net.au/cp/index.cfm?event=jobs.jati&jobID=11B4CCA4-10D9-F01E-E48C-C8A5BB852B62.

Upcoming maths jobs @UniSA

The University of South Australia will shortly advertise two new continuing positions in the mathematical sciences. The positions will be advertised at Level A/B, and will be teaching/research or teaching-intensive, with at least one to be a teaching/research position. The areas of specialisation are likely to include optimisation, statistics, data analytics, and classical applied mathematical modelling. At least one of the successful applicants will be female or gender-diverse, and the hiring process will not conclude until this goal has been met. The initial closing date will be at least six weeks after the positions are advertised, and applications will remain open after that if necessary. There will be flexibility in the starting dates for the successful applicants. Women and gender-diverse people are strongly encouraged to apply, as are early-career researchers, recent PhD graduates and PhD students nearing completion.

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Statistics, Data Science, Stochastic Modelling

School of Mathematical Sciences
University of Adelaide

Closing date: 1st August 2021

(Level B, Lecturer) $100,933 to $119,391 or (Level C, Senior Lecturer) $123,075 to $141,537 per annum plus an employer contribution of up to 17% superannuation may apply. 

Three-year fixed term position available from December 2021.  On conclusion of the three-year term, the position may be converted to a continuing position under the provisions of the University’s Enterprise Agreement.  

Two full-time positions are available.

The University of Adelaide is seeking to grow the statistics, data science, and stochastic modelling team in the School of Mathematical Sciences. This is an opportunity for a highly motivated researcher and committed educator to join a School that is a leader in pedagogical innovation and received the highest possible rating of research quality in the mathematical sciences overall and in each of its disciplines in the two most recent ERA assessments.

The School has identified data science, broadly construed, as one of its strategic priorities. We are seeking an enthusiastic colleague to work with us to expand our research and educational offerings in statistics, data science, and stochastic modelling. Willingness to engage with industry would be an asset. 

The School is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of its staff and students. These two available positions are directed at applicants who are able to contribute to the diversity of the School community.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Lecturer in Mathematics

University of Sydney
School of Mathematics and Statistics

Closing Date: 13th June 2021

We are currently seeking to appoint an accomplished academic to the position of Lecturer in Mathematics. To succeed, you will be a talented and well-qualified mathematician with a passion for teaching and research expertise in an area that strengthens the school’s profile and align with the research interests of SMRI’s director   Professor Geordie Williamson. This includes, but is not limited to algebra, geometry and representation theory. In particular, researchers with background in geometric representation theory, algebraic geometry or homotopy theory are particularly encouraged to apply. You will need to have appropriate skills and qualifications as outlined in the position description, including a PhD in Mathematics.

If appointed, you will be expected to undertake duties consistent with an appointment at the Lecturer level (Level B) on the Australian academic scale. This will include: publishing scholarly papers in international peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences; supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students; teaching a range of courses to undergraduate students; and applying for external funding.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Data Science

University of Sydney
School of Mathematics and Statistics

Closing Date: 4th July 2021

The University of Sydney is welcoming applications for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Data Science to join leading experts at the School of Mathematics and Statistics, within the Faculty of Science. We are one of the largest mathematical sciences schools in Australia, and the University of Sydney is the only Australian university to have received the highest rating of 5 out of 5 for research in the mathematical sciences in every Australian Research Council Excellence in Research for Australia assessment to date.

As a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Data Science you will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to teaching and learning design, delivery, and evaluation while continuing to build your research contribution, expertise and impact. We are welcoming applicants from different research backgrounds who can bring their own research agenda, complementing the Schools’ current research foci, whilst benefiting from our supportive community of world-class mathematicians and statisticians. We invite applicants with research strengths in the intersection between Data Science and Mathematics or Statistics. This includes, but is not limited to, topics such as statistical machine learning, mathematical foundations of machine learning, computational statistics, information theory, information geometry, statistical natural language processing, topological data analysis,  Bayesian inference, and research areas combining mathematical modelling, computational statistics, and data analysis.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Statistics

University of Sydney
School of Mathematics and Statistics

Closing Date: 4th July 2021

The University of Sydney is welcoming applications for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Data Science to join leading experts at the School of Mathematics and Statistics, within the Faculty of Science. We are one of the largest mathematical sciences schools in Australia, and the University of Sydney is the only Australian university to have received the highest rating of 5 out of 5 for research in the mathematical sciences in every Australian Research Council Excellence in Research for Australia assessment to date.

As a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Data Science you will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to teaching and learning design, delivery, and evaluation while continuing to build your research contribution, expertise and impact. We are welcoming applicants from different research backgrounds who can bring their own research agenda, complementing the Schools’ current research foci, whilst benefiting from our supportive community of world-class mathematicians and statisticians. We invite applicants with research strengths in the intersection between Data Science and Mathematics or Statistics. This includes, but is not limited to, topics such as statistical machine learning, mathematical foundations of machine learning, computational statistics, information theory, information geometry, statistical natural language processing, topological data analysis,  Bayesian inference, and research areas combining mathematical modelling, computational statistics, and data analysis.

For more information and to apply, click here.