Description

Classification: ANU Academic Level B
Salary package: $107,475 - $121,857 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full Time, Fixed Term (up to 14 months) (Part time may be considered)

Position overview

The Research School of Finance, Actuarial Studies and Statistics (RSFAS) in the ANU College of Business and Economics (CBE) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow (Academic Level B) on a full time fixed-term appointment of 1.2 years, commencing on 27th June 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter.  The Postdoctoral Fellow will be located in the Acton Campus in Canberra, Australia. 

The position is offered in connection with the ARC Linkage project "Surveillance and sampling to maintain absence of pests and diseases". The Australian Research Council funded Postdoctoral Fellow will collaborate with Chief Investigator (CI), Associate Professor Robert Clark on research projects within the primary themes and topics of the Linkage grant. They will also collaborate with the other CIs, Professor Kathryn Glass and Professor Aparna Lal, named Research Fellow Dr Angus McLure, and partner investigators (PIs) from the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF).

These themes and topics span but are not limited to:

• Development of models suitable for group testing results of rare events, including nested beta models and generalized linear mixed models.
• Investigation of the properties of these models, including robustness to mis-specification, using both theoretical derivation and simulation studies.
• Application of these models to case study datasets of importation testing.
• Extension of existing models to allow for imperfect sensitivity and specificity.
• Development of designs to estimate parameters associated with clustering of contamination within testing groups.
• Development of efficient algorithms for fitting models to group test data, performing statistical inference.
• Implementation of methods in package/s in the R Statistical Environment and in R Shiny application/s.
• Consultation, communication of results and collaboration with relevant staff at DAFF.

We are seeking applications from candidates with either a track record or proven potential in research in Statistics and/or Statistical Science.  It is anticipated that the successful candidate will have, or be close to obtaining, a PhD in Statistics (or in a related discipline of relevance to the Linkage Project).  For a successful candidate who has not already been awarded a PhD, it is required that the thesis has already been submitted before taking up employment. Relocation assistance may also be provided to the successful candidate recruited from within Australia or overseas.

As Australia's leading university, the ANU seeks to advance knowledge through internationally-leading research and teaching. We contribute to science, medicine, industry and government by conducting world-class, long-term strategic research, and through the provision of a range of specialised undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs.

CBE provides an excellent educational experience for our students. Our global alumni network reaches the world's leading companies, policy agencies and universities. The way we operate is guided by our Values and Behaviours and we encourage you to apply if you are looking for a workplace that encourages respect, collegiality and excellence.

Please use the following link to apply:  https://jobs.anu.edu.au/jobs/postdoctoral-fellow-rclark-canberra-act-act-australia?source=IND

For further information, please contact Associate Professor Robert Clark Robert.Clark@anu.edu.au  

Applications close: 26 May 2023 11:55:00 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au 

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous academic supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

 Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.