Modelling for Policy Lead

**Modelling for Policy Lead**:
**Position Number**: 0064056
**Location**:Parkville
**Role type**:Full-time; Fixed-term for 24 months
**Faculty**:Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
**Department/School**:Department of Infectious Diseases, Melbourne Medical School
**Salary**:Academic Level B - $119,231 - $141,581 p.a. plus 17% super
Academic Level C - $146,050 - $168,403 p.a. plus 17% super
- Oversee a multi-disciplinary team developing mathematical and computational models of infectious diseases, and determine effective strategies for prevention, control, and mitigation of disease burden, with a focus on supporting policy decision-making.
- Leverage your expertise in mathematical modelling and policy experience to drive impactful research that informs strategic public health decisions, working within a renowned infectious diseases research program with strong government and industry collaborations.
- Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families

**About the Role**
The Modelling for Policy Lead will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of model-based studies on endemic, epidemic, and emerging infectious diseases in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

This includes evaluating the benefits of alternative strategic deployments of vaccines and other countermeasures.

You will coordinate the synthesis of model findings, produce reports and publications, and provide day-to-day oversight and mentoring for graduate research students.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Oversee the development and implementation of model-based studies of infectious diseases.
- Coordinate the synthesis of model findings and produce reports, drafting peer-reviewed publications.
- Provide day-to-day oversight and mentoring for graduate research students, with opportunities for formal supervision.
- Assist with preparing responses to government Requests for Quotation, including budgets.

**Who We Are Looking For**
You will possess a PhD in applied mathematics, mathematical biology, statistics, biostatistics, computer science, epidemiology, or an equivalent qualification.

You have experience in producing computational code for mathematical models of biological systems, using languages like Python, R, or C++, as well as experience working across academia and government, developing and communicating modelling outputs to support policy decision-making.

You will also have:

- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team to achieve project goals and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills across disciplines and sectors.
- Experience publishing peer-reviewed scientific articles.

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 - Department of Infectious Diseases**
The Department of Infectious Diseases at the Peter Doherty Institute conducts impactful research on global health challenges, including antimicrobial resistance, HIV, tuberculosis, and emerging infectious diseases. Join our collaborative team of diverse researchers, make a difference in patient outcomes, and contribute to shaping public health policies. Together, we strive for excellence, innovation, and integrity in advancing our understanding and combatting infectious diseases.

**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

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