The
Victorian and Tasmanian Branch of the Statistical Society of Australia is hosting an engaging mentoring event for early career and student statisticians in June. In this speed-networking style event, small groups of mentees will rotate between experienced mentors to hear about diverse career pathways, ask practical questions, receive career advice, and build meaningful professional connections in statistics.
Date: Thursday 25 June 2026
Time: 7:00 - 9:30 pm (AEST)
Venue: Multipurpose Room 1, Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre, 251 Faraday St, Carlton VIC 3053 Google map link
Format: In person
Fees:
- SSA Members – $5.00
- Non Members – $30.00
Catering, including a light dinner, will be provided.
If you are awaiting SSA membership approval or wish to apply and register for this event as an SSA member, please contact the SSA office at contact@statsoc.org.au. The office can assist in expediting the review of your membership application.
Key Learnings from attending event:
By attending this mentoring event, early career and student statisticians will gain valuable insights into the many career pathways available in statistics and related fields. Through interactive small-group conversations with experienced mentors, participants will be able to ask practical questions, learn from real career experiences, receive tailored advice, and expand their professional networks. Attendees will leave feeling more informed, connected, and confident about their next steps in the statistical profession.
Mentors Bios:
- Gebsio Roba Debele, Biostatistician and Researcher, Deakin University
- Jason Rennie, Data Scientist, Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
- Lizzie Silver, Senior Data Scientist, WSP Digital
- Lyle Gurrin, Professor, University of Melbourne
- Stella Stylianou, Associate Professor, RMIT University
- Teresa Dickinson, Deputy Australian Statistician
Full mentor details and bios will be added soon.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations received prior to two weeks before the event will be refunded, minus the Stripe processing fee (1.75% + $0.30 per transaction) and an SSA administration fee of $20.
From then on, no part of the registration fee will be refunded. However, registrations are transferable within the same organisation. Please advise any changes to events@statsoc.org.au.
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