Position Number: 0064056
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 24 months
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Department of Infectious Diseases, Melbourne Medical School
Salary: Academic Level B – $119,231 - $141,581 p.a. plus 17% super
Academic Level C - $146,050 - $168,403 p.a. plus 17% super
- Oversee a multi-disciplinary team developing mathematical and computational models of infectious diseases, and determine effective strategies for prevention, control, and mitigation of disease burden, with a focus on supporting policy decision-making.
- Leverage your expertise in mathematical modelling and policy experience to drive impactful research that informs strategic public health decisions, working within a renowned infectious diseases research program with strong government and industry collaborations.
- Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
The Modelling for Policy Lead will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of model-based studies on endemic, epidemic, and emerging infectious diseases in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
This includes evaluating the benefits of alternative strategic deployments of vaccines and other countermeasures.
You will coordinate the synthesis of model findings, produce reports and publications, and provide day-to-day oversight and mentoring for graduate research students.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Oversee the development and implementation of model-based studies of infectious diseases.
- Coordinate the synthesis of model findings and produce reports, drafting peer-reviewed publications.
- Provide day-to-day oversight and mentoring for graduate research students, with opportunities for formal supervision.
- Assist with preparing responses to government Requests for Quotation, including budgets.
Who We Are Looking For
You will possess a PhD in applied mathematics, mathematical biology, statistics, biostatistics, computer science, epidemiology, or an equivalent qualification.
You have experience in producing computational code for mathematical models of biological systems, using languages like Python, R, or C++, as well as experience working across academia and government, developing and communicating modelling outputs to support policy decision-making.
You will also have:
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team to achieve project goals and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills across disciplines and sectors.
- Experience publishing peer-reviewed scientific articles.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Your New Team – Department of Infectious Diseases
The Department of Infectious Diseases at the Peter Doherty Institute conducts impactful research on global health challenges, including antimicrobial resistance, HIV, tuberculosis, and emerging infectious diseases. Join our collaborative team of diverse researchers, make a difference in patient outcomes, and contribute to shaping public health policies. Together, we strive for excellence, innovation, and integrity in advancing our understanding and combatting infectious diseases.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description. You will be asked to respond to these during the application, there is no need to upload a separate document.)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
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