Research Fellow – Integrable Probability

Research Fellow – Integrable Probability Role type: Full time; Fixed-Term for 2 years Faculty: Faculty of Science School: School of Mathematics and Statistics Salary: Level A – AUD $87,266 – $118,416 (PhD Entry Level – $110,319) p.a. or Level B – AUD $124,656 – $148,023 p.a. plus 17 % super (retirement savings system/pension scheme) Benefits Salary packaging and access to discounted services, including Bupa health insurance Health and well‑being services including an Employee Assistance Program Supportive flexible work arrangements and progressive leave provisions to empower work‑life balance As a Research Fellow you will conduct high‑standard research within the School of Mathematics and Statistics as part of an ARC Discovery Project in integrable probability. You will undertake research on solvable lattice models for stochastic processes, including branching processes, and contribute to the supervision and mentorship of research students. Responsibilities Engage in research to meet ARC Discovery Project objectives and advance knowledge in solvable lattice models and stochastic systems Publish in high‑standard discipline journals, present at seminars and conferences, and contribute to research grant submissions Supervise and mentor postgraduate students, contributing to their academic growth and development Engage in School initiatives and promote critical enquiry within the community You may be a great fit if you possess a PhD in mathematics or a related field with expertise in solvable lattice models and stochastic processes, and an ability for collaborative and high‑standard research and student mentorship. Desirable experience Experience assisting with supervision of students undertaking undergraduate or higher‑degree research projects Aptitude to learn and apply new mathematics to problem solving Ability to attract external funding through grant applications and/or support in funded joint projects with internal or external partners (desirable) Experience relevant to research in integrable probability (desirable) For further information please refer to the attached Position Description (JR‑ Research Fellow – Integrable Probability_PD.pdf). Application Requirements Resume including your 3 reference contacts Cover Letter outlining how your research aligns with the applied position The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description) We will only reach out to referees for shortlisted candidates later in the recruitment process. Applications close: 15 January 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child‑safe organisation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We are committed to a barrier‑free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr‑ (subject: "Recruitment Adjustments"). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied‑ for further information and support. Please note: visa sponsorship is available. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. For recruitment queries, email Anna Gradoboeva hr‑ Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. #J-18808-Ljbffr