"Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Statistics for Omics"

Role type: Full-time; Continuing

Faculty: Science

Department/School: School of Mathematics and Statistics

Salary: Level of appointment is subject to qualification and experience. Level B: AUD $114,645 - $136,136 p.a. Level C: AUD $140,433 - $161,926 p.a. Level D: AUD $180,254 to $198,584 p.a. plus 17% super (retirement savings system/pension scheme)

Develop innovative statistical methods for complex ‘omics datasets. Apply now to join a world-class school in a leading University.

The University of Melbourne provides an outstanding environment for research in mathematical and statistical data science, with opportunities for collaborations in various fields.

The School of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, or Associate Professor. The research will develop and apply statistical methods to complex ‘omics data such as genomics, transcriptomics, and microbiome data, with encouragement for work in statistical machine learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct Innovative Research: Lead a research programme in statistical genomics, publish in high-impact journals, and secure external funding.
• Deliver High-Quality Education: Develop and teach statistics and data science courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Supervise Research Students: Guide MSc and PhD students in their research projects.
• Engage in Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work with researchers across the university on projects in bioinformatics and machine learning.

You may be a great fit if you have a strong statistics background and expertise in computational biology to establish and lead a high-level research program.

You may also hold a PhD in statistics or a closely related discipline, have a strong publication record, demonstrate the ability to secure research funding, possess excellent teaching skills, and have experience in supervising graduate students.

For further information, please refer to the attached Position Description.

What we offer you includes supportive flexible work arrangements, progressive leave provisions, salary packaging, and access to health and well-being services. For more information, check out our benefits page.