Organisation/Company UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE Research Field Mathematics Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 2 Dec 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Australia Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
Role type: Full time, Continuing
Location: Parkville, Melbourne
School / Faculty: School of Mathematics and Statistics, Faculty of Science
Salary: Level D - $183,859 - $202,556 or Level E - $236,824 p.a. plus 17% superannuation
- Prestigious leadership in statistical consulting and education
- Benefit from outstanding employment conditions, leadership support, and professional development programs
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 Director of the Statistical Consulting Centre, you will integrate high-impact consulting, research and education across the University. By building partnerships with government, industry and academia, and mentoring staff and researchers, you help advance statistical practice. Strong institutional support and academic freedom enable you to shape internationally recognised research and consulting programmes.
What you will deliver:
- Provide strategic leadership for the Statistical Consulting Centre's consulting, research, teaching and training activities.
- Oversee and grow consulting services for government, industry, business and University clients, ensuring high-quality statistical support.
- Lead development of innovative statistical education programs and short courses for students, researchers and external participants.
- Supervise and mentor academic staff and graduate researchers, fostering excellence in applied statistics and consulting practice.
- Build national and international collaborations that enhance the School's research profile and real-world impact in data science.
You will be a scholar of international reputation with:
- A research doctorate in Statistics and recognised international standing in statistical science.
- A demonstrated outstanding record of high-quality statistical consulting across business, industry, government and academia.
- Sustained, impactful research outputs and evidence of leading collaborative projects in applied or methodological statistics.
- Ability to communicate complex statistical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences, clients and interdisciplinary collaborators.
- Experience providing inclusive, strategic leadership of teams, nurturing staff development and a positive, high-performance consulting culture.
- Experience in high-profile consultations, such as legal reporting, expert witness roles or government advisory work.
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 - Statistical Consulting Centre
The Statistical Consulting Centre sits within the School of Mathematics and Statistics, one of Australia's leading schools. You will join a vibrant, research-intensive community with strong international links and major ARC-funded centres. Working closely with the Faculty of Science and partners across the University, you will support impactful, interdisciplinary research.
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.
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.
- 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.
Applications close: Monday 14 December 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.
Position Description: JR-012187_Director of Statistical Consulting Centre PD.pdf
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