Offer Description
Role type: Full Time, Fixed-Term for 2 years
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department/School: School of Mathematics and Statistics
Salary: Level A - AUD $87,266 – $118,416 (PhD Entry Level – $110,319) plus 17% super
- Collaborate with leading experts in mathematical physics and pure mathematics.
- Apply now to join this exciting ARC‑funded project and advance your research expertise in the representation theory of vertex operator algebras.
- Investing in you – perks package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
About the University
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Your next career opportunity
As a Postdoctoral Researcher in the ARC‑funded Discovery Project "Connecting the Dots: the Mathematics of 4d/2d Duality", you will collaborate with leading experts to explore the intersection of mathematical physics and pure mathematics. You will have the opportunity to contribute to innovative research topics, publish high‑quality academic papers, and engage with a vibrant academic community, all while developing your research skills and fostering collaborative partnerships.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research and analysis: undertake research design, data analysis, and literature reviews to achieve project objectives.
- Collaborate and publish: work with investigators to contribute to research topics and publish scholarly outputs.
- Engage with stakeholders: foster collaborative partnerships with professional and industry bodies.
- Mentor and educate: contribute to teaching, training, and supervision of students and junior research staff.
Qualifications & Experience
- Completed or nearly completed a PhD in mathematical physics, pure mathematics, or a related discipline.
- Strong aptitude for research and excellent communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders.
- Proven publication record in mathematical physics and pure mathematics.
- Excellent organisational skills to manage and complete research projects.
- Skilled in preparing research reports and manuscripts for publication.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to building a successful academic research career.
Benefits
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well‑being.
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work‑life balance.
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance.
- Health and well‑being services including a leading Employee Assistance Programme.
- As part of a vibrant community with a comprehensive range of benefits to support success and fulfilment.
Applications
- Resume including links to publications.
- Cover letter outlining your interest and experience.
- Responses to the selection criteria (as found in the Position Description).
Applications close on 12 December 2025 at 11:55 PM (Melbourne time zone).
Visa sponsorship is available. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions; successful applicants will be guided through the WWCC application process during onboarding and the cost will be reimbursed.
For recruitment queries, email Anna Gradoboeva at hr‑ For job‑specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. Position Number: JR- – Research Fellow in Mathematical Physics & Pure Mathematics.
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