Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Computational and Applied Mathematics

About the Opportunity

Join the School of Mathematics as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Computational and Applied Mathematics and drive high-quality contributions to the teaching and curriculum development, inspiring the next generation of mathematicians. In this role you will also conduct cutting-edge research in computational and applied mathematics, including but not limited to optimisation, scientific machine learning and AI for science, numerical mathematics, inverse problems and scientific computing. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in the design, analysis, and/or application of mathematical and computational methods for scientific and engineering problems arising in areas such as climate science, physics, and the life sciences.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and curriculum development
• Inspire the next generation of mathematicians
• Conduct cutting-edge research in computational and applied mathematics
• Candidates appointed at Level C will also play a major role in leadership, teaching, research and departmental activities

Requirements

• Expertise in computational and applied mathematics including optimisation, scientific machine learning and AI for science, numerical mathematics, inverse problems, scientific computing, or related fields
• Demonstrated expertise in the design, analysis, and/or application of mathematical and computational methods for scientific and engineering problems
• Experience in application areas such as climate science, physics, and the life sciences

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There's a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen. We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That's why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy. In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world's top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities. Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

Application Requirements

• CV and cover letter
• Research statement
• Teaching statement