Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Applied Mathematics

Role type: Continuing, Full-time (Tenure)
Faculty: Faculty of Science
School: School of Mathematics and Statistics
Salary:
Level B - AUD $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. or
Level C - AUD $152,695 - $176,065 p.a.
plus 17% super (retirement savings system/pension scheme)

• Expand expertise in mathematics and statistics in a leading research intensive school / Shape data driven and foundational methods with real world impact / Collaborate both within and across disciplines

• Join us to advance mathematics and statistics research, inspire students, and help grow a world-class academic community.

• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity
As a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Applied Mathematics, you will drive high-quality applied mathematics research across foundational and data-driven methods.
You will teach and develop innovative curricula, supervising students from undergraduate to MSc and PhD levels.
You will help broaden the School’s strengths, including opportunities at the interface of applied and pure mathematics.

What you will deliver:

• Conduct independent research, disseminate results in leading outlets, and contribute actively to research seminars and conferences.

• Seek and secure external research funding, and supervise MSc and PhD students within an inclusive, supportive research environment.

• Prepare, deliver, and assess undergraduate and postgraduate subjects, including curriculum development and effective use of modern technologies.

• Provide academic mentoring, oversee coursework study programmes, and lead education for diverse student groups.

• Provide leadership and service to the school, university, and the discipline.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a PhD or equivalent research degree in applied mathematics or a closely related discipline.

• Demonstrate research excellence through high-quality publications and growing or established recognition in the international mathematics community.

• Build productive research collaborations and secure competitive external funding from national and international schemes.

• Develop and deliver high quality mathematics teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including subject coordination responsibilities.

• Supervise MSc and PhD students effectively, with clear evidence or potential for successful graduate supervision.

• Contribute to interdisciplinary research, large-class teaching or community engagement aligned with the School’s strategic priorities.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – School of Mathematics and Statistics
The School of Mathematics and Statistics is among Australia’s foremost centres for mathematical sciences, recognised for outstanding research and teaching. Its large academic community spans continuing, research-only, and specialist staff, supported by strong infrastructure and competitive external grants. The School hosts ARC-funded centres and fellows and maintains active collaborations worldwide. Within the Faculty of Science, you will join a broad scientific community tackling questions from fundamental theory to pressing global challenges.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected].

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.

• This role is eligible for visa sponsorship and we welcome international applicants. If successful, we will support you through this process.

• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.

• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description. Learn more about responding to Selection Criteria

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position or for questions related to our recruitment process email Lachlan Bryce at [email protected]

• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: 5 October 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description:

JR-013577 Lecturer Senior Lecturer in Applied Mathematics_PD.pdf

JR-013577 Lecturer Senior Lecturer in Applied Mathematics_PD.pdf