Lecturer in Applied Mathematics

University of Sydney; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 133 000 - 157 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Sydney’s School of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for a Lecturer in Applied Mathematics. Based at Camperdown Campus, you will contribute to teaching, learning design, delivery and evaluation while continuing to advance your research profile.

The role is a 4-year full-time fixed-term appointment. You will work with colleagues on applied mathematics and related areas, supervise students, conduct high-quality research, and pursue external funding opportunities.

Qualifications

• The candidate has a PhD (or near completion) in mathematics, applied mathematics, or a related area.
• Evidence of independent research consistent with University standards.
• Evidence of ability, versatility and commitment to teaching excellence.

Responsabilités

• Work closely with School members in applied mathematics or related areas.
• Conduct high-quality research in applied mathematics or related areas.
• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in mathematics for students from different disciplinary backgrounds.
• Supervise and coordinate graduate and undergraduate students.
• Apply for external funding.

Connaissances

Research independence

Teaching excellence

Formation

PhD (or near completion) in mathematics, applied mathematics, or a related area

Description du poste

• Full-time 4 years fixed term position, located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Mathematics and Statistics
• Opportunity to make significant contributions to teaching and learning practice, design and evaluation while continuing to build research expertise
• Base Salary, Academic Level B $132,533 - $157,381 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The School of Mathematics and Statistics is currently seeking a Lecturer in Applied Mathematics who will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to teaching and learning design, delivery, and evaluation in pure mathematics while continuing to build research contribution, expertise, connections, and impact. This role is a replacement for a staff member who is on a fellowship.

• work closely with other School members in applied mathematics, or related areas
• conduct high-quality research in applied mathematics, or related areas
• teach graduate and undergraduate courses in mathematics for students from different disciplinary backgrounds
• supervise and coordinate graduate and undergraduate students
• apply for external funding.

About you

• a PhD (or near completion) in mathematics, applied mathematics, or a related area
• evidence of independent research, compatible with the standards at The University of Sydney
• evidence of ability, versatility, and commitment to excellence in teaching.

Pre-employment checks and declarations

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University's obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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.

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Applications Close: Sunday 01 November 2026 11:59 PM