Director of Statistical Consulting & Data Innovation

University of Melbourne; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 184,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The University of Melbourne invites applications for the role of A.Prof/Professor and Director of the Statistical Consulting Centre. Based in Parkville, Melbourne, this full-time continuing position carries Level D–E remuneration for senior leadership in statistics, with 17% superannuation and extensive employment conditions.

The appointee will provide strategic leadership for consulting, education and research, building partnerships with government, industry and academia while mentoring staff

Qualifications

• A research doctorate in Statistics and recognised international standing.
• Outstanding record of high-quality statistical consulting across government, industry and academia.
• Experience leading research, education programs and teams.
• Ability to communicate complex statistical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Statistical Consulting Centre's consulting, research and education activities.
• Oversee and grow consulting services for government, industry, business and University clients.
• Lead development of innovative statistical education programs and short courses for students, researchers and external participants.
• Supervise and mentor academic staff and graduate researchers, fostering excellence in applied statistics and consulting practice.
• Build national and international collaborations to enhance the School's research profile.

Skills

Leadership experience

Statistical consulting

Academic leadership

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate in Statistics

Job description

The University of Melbourne invites applications for the role of A.Prof/Professor and Director of the Statistical Consulting Centre. Based in Parkville, Melbourne, this full-time continuing position carries Level D–E remuneration for senior leadership in statistics, with 17% superannuation and extensive employment conditions.

The appointee will provide strategic leadership for consulting, education and research, building partnerships with government, industry and academia while mentoring staff