Lecturer - Data Science and Statistics

Job no: HRC0008244

Category: Academic Level B

Base Salary: $112,717 - $133,853 plus 17% superannuation

Position: Full Time Continuing

Location: Callaghan Campus

Our university

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University and create a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinning this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

For more information click here – Our Uni.

Our school 

The School of Information and Physical Sciences (SIPS) accommodates the disciplines of Mathematics, Data Science and Statistics, Computing and Information Technology, and Physics. The vision of SIPS is aligned with the University's strategic plan "Looking Ahead" and aims to provide a transformative, modern and relevant learning experience where students acquire practical skills, leading to work and life-ready graduates. Research at the School is of a quality that is 'well above world standard' and is relevant, collaborative, interdisciplinary and impactful. The school is dedicated to diversity, equity and social justice, while embracing our Indigenous culture in all aspects of its work.

Be challenged and imagine with us

The School of Information and Physical Sciences is seeking to appoint a Lecturer to our Data Science and Statistics team. Our academic members are highly research active, contributing substantially to the overall research inputs and outputs of the School and College. This is reflected in the 2018 Excellence in Research in Australia outcomes where several areas of activity at the School, including Applied Mathematics and Statistics, were both top ranked.

The successful candidate will work in a dynamic and engaging environment to enable the School to excel in higher education teaching and research. In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop international recognition as an innovator in new Statistical methodologies, within the application field of data analysis, and will be comfortable with the development of new theoretical advances.

How will you inspire us

The successful candidate will develop high quality research and deliver excellent teaching in key areas within the Data Science, Statistics, and Computer Science program areas. Candidates with a strong background and ability to teach into statistics courses would be viewed favourably.

The essential skills required for this role are:

• A PhD in Data Science, Statistics, or equivalent relevant field.
• A strong publication record relative to opportunity.
• Ability to be a highly effective teacher in a tertiary environment, preferably with experience in teaching Data Science and Statistics 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 both industry and government research funding.
• Expertise or experience in the development and delivery of online and blended courses.
• Willingness and ability to contribute to outreach activities, governance, organisational administration (including course coordination) and initiative/activities within the University.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills including the ability to participate in a team environment demonstrating clear communication and mutual respect.

Please note, as part of the recruitment process you will be required to formally address each criterion of the Selection Criteria (including desirable criterion) in your application. You will find the complete list of Selection Criteria in the attached Position Descriptions.

What we offer 

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy);
• 17% super and salary packaging;
• additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme;
• discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more;
• wellbeing programs. 

For information on our employee benefits please visit here.  

Move to Newcastle

A move to Newcastle, Australia offers you the choice to live in the city, by the sea or near bushland - the region offers a wonderful place for a family to grow and the opportunity to strike a work/life balance.

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Your next steps 

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. It’s important you read this document to ensure you are providing all the requirements of your application. 

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where copies of the Position Descriptions can be accessed. Please download the relevant copy before commencing your application. 

Your application must include:

• Your ORCID ID (if relevant)
• A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent)
• A Cover Letter:
• outlining your interest in the role
• include contact details for a minimum of three relevant referees.
• A statement formally addressing each criterion of the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as provided in the relevant Position Description attached below.
• Your CV, which should be a maximum of five pages and be succinct and discipline appropriate. 

 Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. 

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words). 

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the relevant Position Description for which you are applying (available in the Related Documents section below). 

For specific position enquiries, please contact Professor Karen Blackmore, Acting Head of School, School of Information and Physical Sciences via email at karen.blackmore@newcastle.edu.au or on +61 2 492 15206.

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: Monday, 30^th September at 11.59pm AEST 

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you!

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.  

The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Birpai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.

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