Associate Professor/Professor in Statistics or Statistical Data Science

• Opportunity to build your leadership in Statistics or Statistical Data Science
• A welcoming, diverse, and inclusive workplace
• Progressive flexible working arrangements 

THE ROLE

The School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences at Macquarie University (MQ) in Sydney, Australia, is investing significantly in expanding its research capacity in statistics and statistical data science. We are seeking an outstanding candidate for a continuing position as Associate Professor (Level D) or Professor (Level E). 

We prefer candidates whose research program fosters new collaborations within the School and across the University, encompassing areas such as Statistical Modelling, Computational Statistics, Biostatistics, Astrostatistics, Medical Statistics, Statistical Image Analysis, and Statistical Machine Learning. 

The successful candidate will provide leadership and mentorship within the School for the ongoing development of statistics and statistical data science. Leveraging their standing in the field, they will provide a focal point for the future development of the statistics discipline at Macquarie University. 

The successful candidate will be employed under the 'Teaching and Research Academic job family - a balanced academic role which combines elements of research, teaching, leadership, and service', typically with a 40% research, 40% teaching and 20% service distribution. 

For more information about the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences visit our home page. 

To Apply

To be considered for this position, applicants must respond to the selection criteria and submit the requested documents below in the application process. Applications are accepted via the online recruitment system

• A cover letter explaining your interest in and suitability for the position and providing a detailed response to all the essential selection criteria.
• A one page statement of your current and future research and funding vision plus a ½ page statement on your research alignment with research interests and capabilities at Macquarie University.
• A ½ page statement on teaching interests and approach to teaching.
• A curriculum vitae including a full list of publications and the names of two referees. 

For selection criteria, how to apply, salary package and more information about the position, please click the 'Apply' button

Applicants MUST address selection criteria in their application. 

Appointment Type: Full-time, continuing 

Enquiries:  Professor Samuel Muller, Head of School via samuel.muller@mq.edu.au 

Applications close: Sunday 16 June 2024 at 11:00 pm AEST.

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