University of Sydney
Position ID:
Position Title:
Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in Optimisation Theory
Position Type:
Teaching stream faculty
Position Location:
Camperdown, New South Wales 2008, Australia
Subject Area:
Mathematics and Statistics
Appl Deadline:
2025/08/10 11:59PM
(posted 2025/06/26, listed until 2025/12/26)
(posted 2025/06/26, listed until 2025/12/26)Position Description:
Position Description
- Full Time, continuing academic opportunity, located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Mathematics and Statistics
- Join a world-class community of mathematicians and statisticians
- Offering Base Salary, Level C/D $150,461 - $199,585 p.a. + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
Opportunity for an Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in Optimisation Theory to join The School of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Sydney, one of the largest mathematical sciences schools in Australia. The University of Sydney is the only Australian university to have received the highest rating of 5 out of 5 for research in the mathematical sciences in every Excellence in Research for Australia assessment to date.
As the Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in Optimisation Theory you will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to teaching and learning design, delivery, and evaluation while continuing to build your research contribution, expertise and impact. You will also benefit from our supportive community of world-class mathematicians and statisticians.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
- contribute to the development, implementation, and promotion of innovative mathematical education programs within the School of Mathematics and Statistics,
- collaborate effectively with academic and professional staff across the University of Sydney on both teaching and research initiatives,
- play a leading role in advancing the school’s research, education, and administrative activities, while building a strong reputation as a respected authority in the field of mathematical sciences.
About you
The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor (Level C/D) who has
- a PhD or equivalent doctorate in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field
- an outstanding track record of research publications in the area of Optimisation Theory
- evidence of success in securing competitive research grants
- evidence of ability, versatility and commitment to excellence in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- experience in supervising students across various academic levels
- a developing understanding of key strategic issues within the discipline and the broader higher education sector.
Note: All applicants are kindly requested to mention the academic level they are applying for in their cover letter. Please be advised that there will be an on-campus panel interview held in October/November.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the university. 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.
How to apply
All applications must (include a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) as per the details mentioned in the advert, can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
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Sunday 10 August 2025 11:59 PM
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