Lecturer: Data Science & Statistics — Innovative Teaching

Times Higher Education; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 121,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

17% superannuation

Annual leave loading

Generous leave entitlements

Wellbeing and support programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The University of Newcastle invites applications for a Lecturer in Data Science and Statistics based at Callaghan Campus. You will contribute to high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs and develop an emerging research profile in Statistics and Data Science.

You will build an independent research program, supervise research students, and collaborate across disciplines, contributing to priorities in AI, cybersecurity and advanced computing within the School of Computer

Qualifications

• PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or equivalent relevant field.
• Strong publication record relative to opportunity.
• Ability to teach Statistics, Data Science and related courses at the University level.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise research students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct impactful research to attract industry/government research funding.
• Willingness and ability to contribute to outreach activities, governance, organisational administration (including course coordination) and initiative/activities within the University.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Develop an emerging research profile in Statistics and Data Science.
• Build an independent research program and supervise research students.
• Collaborate across disciplines and contribute to School priorities in AI, cybersecurity and advanced computing.

Skills

Publication record

Teaching ability

Supervise students

Research funding

Outreach & admin

Education

PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or equivalent relevant field

Job description

The University of Newcastle invites applications for a Lecturer in Data Science and Statistics based at Callaghan Campus. You will contribute to high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs and develop an emerging research profile in Statistics and Data Science.

You will build an independent research program, supervise research students, and collaborate across disciplines, contributing to priorities in AI, cybersecurity and advanced computing within the School of Computer