Positions Vacant
The School is currently advertising the following positions:
See the University of Sydney Research Office for information about postdoctoral and other fellowships offered by the University.
Mathematics Scribe
Mathematics ScribeSchool of Mathematics and Statistics
Faculty of Science
Closing Date: Friday 10th February 2012 Primary Function: To act as a scribe for lectures/tutorials being delivered by Lecturer
Description and Duties: Transcribe mathematics to blackboard during lectures and tutorials, as dictated by supervisor. Occasionally transcribe research mathematics at mutually arranged times, also dictated by supervisor.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- High level mathematics skills (preferably pure mathematics)
- Neat handwriting
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Undergraduate degree in mathematics (preferably pure mathematics) or currently enrolled in undergraduate degree
- Postgraduate degree in mathematics or currently enrolled in postgraduate degree
- Successful completion of MATH3968 or equivalent
Other
Essential
- Ability to interpret and transcribe mathematical terms and symbols from spoken mathematics
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Knowledge of EEO principles
Faculties or students targeted: Faculty of Science, School of Mathematics and Statistics
Hours: Average of up to 6 hours per week, Monday to Friday 7am - 10pm
Location: Carslaw Building, Camperdown Campus
Pay: HEO 3 or a casual salary rate of $34.35 gross per hour
Commences: late February 2012
Interview: proposed interview date (TBC): week commencing 13 February 2012
Applications and questions to: Susan Liddell, HR Administration Assistant
Email: applications@maths.usyd.edu.au
Closing date: Friday, 10th of February 2012.
Please include in your application a list of all university level mathematics classes taken and numerical marks received, as well as contact details for two referees we could contact. If available, please also include a copy of a hand written assignment from an upper level mathematics class.
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Dynamical Systems
Postdoctoral Research AssociateSchool of Mathematics and Statistics
Faculty of Science
Reference No. 2142/1211
Closing Date: 6 February 2012 (11:30pm Sydney time) — NOW CLOSED
The University of Sydney has an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. It employs over 7500 permanent staff supporting over 49,000 students.
The Schools of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Sydney and the University of New South Wales (UNSW) are two of the largest in Australia with research strengths in many areas of mathematics and statistics. The Schools attract a strong body of excellent students and host vigorous programs for visiting international researchers.
Applications are sought for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in Dynamical Systems. This position is funded by an Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Project Grant "Extracting macroscopic variables and their dynamics in multiscale systems with metastable states" held by Georg Gottwald (georg.gottwald@sydney.edu.au) and Gary Froyland (g.froyland@unsw.edu.au).
This is an opportunity to play a leading role within a collaborative research team based at the Schools of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Sydney and the University of New South Wales. Teaching is not a requirement however opportunities to teach may be available if desired.
The dynamics of large complex systems are complicated by their high dimensionality and by the possible existence of processes running on temporal scales varying by several orders of magnitude. The aim of this project is to develop innovative mathematical theory and numerical algorithms to identify a set of reduced low-dimensional macroscopic coordinates, given only a set of observations, that best capture the long term behaviour of such complex systems. The mathematical toolset will include analytical and numerical methods from dynamical systems theory and ergodic theory.
You will have:
- PhD degree in Mathematics or be close to completing one
- expertise in dynamical systems theory and/or ergodic theory with programming skills
- demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality research under limited supervision either independently or as part of a research team
- published research as sole author or in collaboration
- excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The position is full-time fixed-term for two years subject to completion of a satisfactory probation and confirmation period for new appointees. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of appointment.
Remuneration package: approx. $92K p.a. (as of January 2012, which includes Level A6 base salary, leave loading and 17% employer's contribution to superannuation). The Level of appointment will be commensurate with experience and expertise.
All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. To be considered for this position it is essential that you address the Selection Criteria. Please note that resumes need to include list of publications and contact details of at least three referees from a range of sources. For guidance on how to apply visit: How to apply for an advertised position.
Initial enquiries can be directed to Fabrice Noel on +61 2 8627 1218 or fabrice.noel@sydney.edu.au
To commence the application process, go to the copy of this advertisement on the University of Sydney careers website.
The University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.