Laureate Research Fellow in Theoretical Systems

1 month ago

Parkville, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

**Job no**:0059266
**Location**:Parkville
**Role type**:Full-time; Fixed-term for 3 years
**Faculty**:Faculty of Science
**Department/School**:School of BioSciences
**Salary**:Level A - $80,258 - $108,906 p.a (PhD entry-level $101,460 p.a) plus 17% super
- **An exceptional opportunity for an experienced bioinformatics and data science professional**:

- **the chance to significantly contribute to the team's research effort, develop research expertise, and work towards increasing autonomy**:

- **Level A - $80,258 - $108,906 p.a, 17% super and benefits**

**About the Role**

Your responsibilities will include:

- Under the guidance, mentorship and support of Senior Academic staff conduct internationally competitive research, resulting in publications in high-impact journals
- Contribute to and publish academic papers and other scholarly outputs to a high academic standard in accordance with the research expectations of the University of Melbourne
- Actively participate in research seminars and conferences to disseminate research findings as opportunities arise
- Contribute to teaching, training, scientific mentoring, and supervision of students

Successful applicants are expected to contribute to the mathematical and biological research of the Laureate Research Program, “CellMaps for Cell Fate Decision Making Systems”, but they will also be encouraged to develop their own research agenda.

**Who We Are Looking For**

You should have an interest in both research and communicating your research to diverse audiences. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are important for success in our multidisciplinary research group, as are technical expertise in either a mathematical, computational or physical science, or at the mathematics-biology interface. Experience in biological, biophysical or complex systems, and proficiency with Julia and GPU programming are desirable. If you enjoy developing and delivering research projects to a high standard, and collaborating with other scientists we would very much like to hear from you.

You will also have:

- Completion (or near completion) of a PhD in computational biology, systems biology, theoretical physics, mathematics, statistics or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in the mathematical analysis and simulation of stochastic dynamical systems OR biophysical and biomolecular systems
- Experience in statistical analysis of eg biological data, dynamical systems (including time-series) data, and/or the behaviour of complex stochastic systems
- Experience with scientific computing

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.**

**Your New Team - “School of Biosciences“**
The School of BioSciences at the University of Melbourne is a leading research and teaching institution with a rich history of excellence in the biological sciences. By bringing together the Departments of Genetics, Zoology, and Botany, the School has become a critical mass of 160 academic staff and 240 research higher degree students undertaking world-class teaching and research. The School's alignment with two research domains - Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology - allows for cross-disciplinary collaborations and external partnerships, resulting in major grant and contract funding.

**What We Offer You**
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page

**About the University of Melbourne**
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

**Be Yourself**
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We encourage and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants**
We recognise that reconciliation is central to our purpose. For more information, please visit our Reconciliation page.

**Join Us**
- **Resume**:

- **Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience**:

- **The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the )**

**Advertised**: 18 May 2023 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time

**Applications close**: 15 Jun 2023 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

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