Research Fellow, Mathematical and Physical Sciences
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Research Fellow Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Job No.:568954
Work type:Fixed Term
- Take a leadership role in the development of a multi-strain Streptococcus pyogenes computational transmission model
- Full Time/2 Year Fixed Term Research Only Appointment Remuneration at Academic Level B
- This role is based at La Trobe Universitys Bundoora Campus
About the position:
The Research Fellow funded through a National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Synergy Grant STARFISH will take a leadership role in the development of a multi-strain Streptococcus pyogenes computational transmission model calibration of the model to data and integration of the model into a novel framework for identifying optimal study designs. At La Trobe The Research Fellow will be a member of the Infectious Disease Modelling Group in the Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences (School of Computing Engineering and Mathematical Sciences) reporting to Dr Rebecca Chisholm. They will work closely with other project investigators based at La Trobe (A/Prof Joel Miller and A/Prof Hien Nguyen) The University of Melbourne The Kids Institute and associated research higher degree student(s). The appointee will have completed a PhD in applied mathematics computer science or a related discipline. Ideally they will have prior knowledge of infectious disease modelling Bayesian inference methods and optimisation methods. They will have a developing research profile with a demonstrated ability to publish scientific findings in the peer-reviewed literature.
Under the guidance and support of the grant investigators the appointee will:
Some of your duties will include:
- Engage and build relationships with communities to ensure that all research results are communicated and adopted by communities and/or government.
- Lead development simulation and analysis of the multi-strain model
- Lead calibration of the model to epidemiologic data from remote Australian First Nation communities
- Develop a model-based optimal design framework to address study design questions for planned future studies of S. pyogenes transmission and control
- Follow best practice for coding conventions and code documentation
- Engage with A Two-Way Learning Panel throughout the project to enable Indigenous capacity-building ensure cultural sensitivity and to maximise the relevance and uptake of project findings.
Skills and Experience:
- Completion of a PhD or equivalent qualifications or research experience.
- A record of publications conference papers and/or reports or professional or technical contributions which provide evidence of strong research potential.
- Sound analytical skills with an ability to communicate complex information clearly both orally and in writing.
- Experience in at least one of the following topics: mathematical biology mathematical modelling agent-based modelling Bayesian inference optimisation
- Demonstrated ability to use modelling and statistical computing programs and languages such as Python and R
Please refer to the Position Descriptions for other duties skills and experience required for this position.
Welcome to Bundoora campus Please click on the video link below:
employer contributed superannuation How to apply Position Enquiries: Dr Rebecca Chisholm Senior Lecturer Mathematics and Statistics School of Computing Engineering and Mathematical Sciences Email: Phone: (03) Recruitment Enquiries: Vicki Stavrou Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner Email: Phone: (03) Position Description below: Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents: Please scroll down to apply. Wed love to stay connected! If you would like to find out more about this School please follow us on LinkedIn: School of Computing Engineering and Mathematical Sciences: and Torres Strait Islander Applicants La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates. Why La Trobe: All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
Closing date:By 11:55pm Sunday 29th June 2025
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Employment Type
Contract
