Position Description

Role type: Continuing, Full-time (Tenure)
Faculty: Faculty of Science 
School: School of Mathematics and Statistics 
Salary:
Level B - AUD $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. or
Level C - AUD $152,695 - $176,065 p.a.
plus 17% super (retirement savings system/pension scheme)

• Bridge pure and applied mathematics / Shape data driven and foundational methods with real world impact / advance interdisciplinary impact across science
• Join us to advance mathematics and statistics research, inspire students, and help grow a world-class academic community.
• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. 

The University of Melbourne 
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.

Your next career opportunity 
As a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Pure Mathematics, you will lead innovative research that connects pure and applied mathematics, influencing real-world scientific challenges.

You will design and deliver high-impact teaching, mentoring diverse students across undergraduate, MSc and PhD programmes.

You will join a vibrant, internationally connected School with exceptional research support and interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities.

What you will deliver: 

• Conduct high quality research linking pure and applied mathematics, publishing in leading international journals.
• Secure competitive external research funding and contribute to collaborative projects across the School and Faculty.
• Design and deliver engaging undergraduate and postgraduate mathematics subjects, including coordination and assessment responsibilities.
• Supervise MSc and PhD research students, fostering inclusive, supportive learning environments and academic success.
• Contribute to School governance, outreach, and public engagement, promoting mathematics within diverse communities.

You may be a great fit if you: 

• Hold a PhD or equivalent research higher degree in mathematics, statistics, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrate research excellence through strong publications and an emerging or established international reputation, relative to opportunity.
• Show capacity to strengthen the school’s research and education activities and broaden existing thematic strengths.
• Build productive research collaborations and attract competitive funding through national or international grant or contract schemes.
• Design and teach subjects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with clear evidence of supervision potential.
• Contribute collegially to a large school, including leadership and service , professional activity, and engagement with diverse communities.

For further information please refer to the attached PD. 

What we offer you! 
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: 

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being 
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company 

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program 

For more information check out our benefits page! 

Your new team – School of Mathematics and Statistics 
The School of Mathematics and Statistics is among Australia’s foremost centres for mathematical sciences, recognised for outstanding research and teaching. Its large academic community spans continuing, research-only, and specialist staff, supported by strong infrastructure and competitive external grants. The School hosts ARC-funded centres and fellows and maintains active collaborations worldwide. Within the Faculty of Science, you will join a broad scientific community tackling questions from fundamental theory to pressing global challenges. 

https://www.ms.unimelb.edu.au 

Be Yourself 
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
  
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au.

Application essentials:

·       Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.

·       This role is eligible for visa sponsorship and we welcome international applicants. If successful, we will support you through this process.

·       A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

·       Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.

·       Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description. Learn more about responding to Selection Criteria

Want to know more?

·       For queries related to this specific position or for questions related to our recruitment process email Lachlan Bryce at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au

·       For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: 5 October 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. 

Position Description: 

JR-013578 Lecturer Senior Lecturer in Pure Mathematics_PD.docx

JR-013578 Lecturer Senior Lecturer in Pure Mathematics_PD.pdf