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Current Job and Scholarship Opportunities at CARMA

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences


LECTURER IN MATHEMATICS--Vacancy No. 1883
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Job Description


An opportunity exists for an early to mid-career Mathematician to join the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences.

Full details are available via HR Online.

Applications close: Wednesday 29 February, 2012

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences


SENIOR LECTURER/LECTURER IN APPLIED MATHEMATICS--Vacancy No. 1577
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Job Description


An exciting opportunity exists for an Applied Mathematician to join the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences. The School is now building its strength in Applied Mathematics, adding to its current strengths in Functional and Applied Analysis, Topological Algebra, Experimental and Computational Mathematics, Number Theory and Operations Research/Optimisation. We are interested in applications from academics with research strengths in mathematical modelling using, for example, differential equations, dynamical systems, mechanics etc. The use of mathematical modelling for Engineering, Biology and Health Sciences are of particular interest.

This position is affiliated with the University of Newcastle Priority Research Centre CARMA, Centre for Computer Assisted Research Mathematics and Applications. CARMA forms the base for a vibrant cross-university and intra-university Priority Research Centre. There is no corresponding group in Australia and there are very few internationally. No research centre exists which focuses on the implications of developments in ICT, present and future, for the practice of research mathematics. CARMA partly fills this gap through the exploitation and development of techniques and tools for computer-assisted discovery and disciplined data-mining including mathematical visualization. Advanced mathematical computation is equally essential to solution of real-world problems; sophisticated mathematics forms the core of software used by decision-makers, engineers, scientists, managers, and those who design, plan and control the products and systems which are key to present-day life.

Academic Level C - $91,547 to $105,562 per annum;

Academic Level B - $74,732 to $88,747 per annum,

plus a generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 17%.

Applications close: Wednesday 2 March 2011 [Click Here to Apply]

School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
The Priority Research Centre CARMA
Three-year postgraduate position
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The Priority Research Centre CARMA (Computed-Assisted Research Mathematics and its Applications) at the University of Newcastle offers a three-year postgraduate position ($26,140 annually) with a tentative title "Arithmetic hypergeometric series". Candidates with strong interests in Analysis, Number Theory, Computational and Experimental Mathematics are encouraged to apply. Applications should include the candidate's curriculum vitae, grades and honours thesis, and can be submitted electronically to Executive Assistant Juliane Turner (Juliane.Turner@newcastle.edu.au) or to Associate Professor Wadim Zudilin (wzudilin@gmail.com) by 15 December 2010.

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Ph.D. SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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Scholarship Description


Expressions of interest are now sought for one or more Ph.D. places with scholarships at The University of Newcastle (Australia), in the Centre for Computer-Assisted Research Mathematics and its Applications. The School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences at the University of Newcastle is offering a University of Newcastle Research Scholarship (External) worth AU$26,140 per annum. The scholarship will be funded under an Australia Research Council (ARC) Discovery Grant. Expressions of interest for this scholarship can be made at any time. Eligible Australian and New Zealand students can get further information about scholarships on the University's Research Higher Degree website. Eligible international students should simply follow the instructions below for registering interest. Students will be supervised—or cosupervised—by Laureate Professor Jon Borwein, Director of the University Priority Research Centre for Computer Assisted Research Mathematics and its Applications (CARMA).

Availability


This scholarship is offered for 3 years, which is the normal length of Ph.D. studies in Australia. In Australia, Ph.D. students are not required to do any teaching or other duties: students focus on conducting their research and writing their Ph.D. thesis. Expressions of interest are preferred before 30^th November, 2010. The scholarship is available for study in the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences at the University of Newcastle, for study preferably starting late in 2010; however, some flexibility is possible depending on the potential applicant's situation. For further information on the School and the University, refer to the information below, or visit the School or University websites. Further information about Newcastle is also given below, or visit www.visitnewcastle.com.au.

Payment Information


The scholarship awards include a living allowance of $26,669 per annum, indexed annually. The provision also exists for a relocation allowance and a thesis allowance. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of up to 3 years.

Applicant Attributes


The successful applicants will hold an undergraduate degree, and have undertaken some form of preliminary research training in mathematics, computer science, or related discipline. Strong mathematical and computer programming skills are essential and knowledge of special functions, computational number theory and symbolic computation is an asset. Some mathematical physics and numerical analysis background would also be an asset. A "can-do" attitude, and excellent communication skills, will also go a long way towards making you a successful applicant.

Eligibility


This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 1 or equivalent, or Honours 2a or equivalent, in their undergraduate degrees, or who have an appropriate higher qualification. Students who have taken Bachelor of Science degrees will need to have taken an Honours year or similar further study. Engineering students can apply immediately after completion of their Bachelor's degree, provided that their Honours score is sufficiently high. International students will have to meet equivalent standards.

Expression of Interest Details


Please send your CV, together with an academic transcript showing details of all courses you have taken, the grades you were awarded, an interpretation of those grades and the names and contact details of at least two people who can provide confidential references to the address shown below. If your transcript is not in English, please provide an English translation. If you have completed a thesis or other publications, please feel free to include them in the email application. Include details of your computer programming skills and experience and your mathematical training and background. Please also indicate your possible start dates for study.

Juliane Turner
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
The University of Newcastle
Telephone: +61 2 4921 5483
E-mail: Juliane.Turner@newcastle.edu.au




The University of Newcastle


The University of Newcastle is a major research university in Australia, increasingly recognised internationally as a rapidly emerging educational institution. The University of Newcastle is ranked in the top ten in Australia for research funding and outcomes, and is one of the world's top 100 universities for engineering/technology and computer sciences (Shanghai Jiao Tong University rankings by field, 2007).

The main campus is located in the city of Newcastle, about two hours' drive north of Sydney. The School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences provides a stimulating and supportive environment for research and teaching, with ample opportunities for collaborative research partnerships both within the University and with industry. Although well known for its beautiful beaches and pleasant climate, Newcastle is home to a significant port, and Australia's largest coal-handling terminal. Newcastle is also at the gateway to one of Australia's largest wine-growing regions, the Hunter Valley. In addition, Newcastle is home to top-class medical and medical research facilities, affiliated with the University, which is ranked 63^rd in the world for biomedical research. Thus, opportunities for research in shipping, transportation, mineral resources, agriculture, health and medicine abound.

The School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences offers Bachelor degree programs, with a Bachelor of Mathematics, and a joint Bachelor of Mathematics/Computer Science, as well as teaching into Bachelors of Science and Engineering, Master degree programs (Master of Medical Physics and Master of Mathematics) and a Ph.D. program.

Research strengths of the School include the areas of discrete mathematics, functional analysis, topological algebra, statistics, medical physics, surface physics, and plasma waves. New strengths in the areas of computational applied mathematics and operations research/optimization are now being developed.

The University of Newcastle

School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Associate Lecturer
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An opportunity is now available to collaborate with George Willis on an ARC funded project on Totally Disconnected Groups in Algebra and Geometry in this full-time teaching and research position. You will be required to teach undergraduate courses for mathematicians, scientists and engineers, and will also be affiliated with the Newcastle University Centre for Computer Assisted Research Mathematics and Applications (CARMA). A research focus in topological or geometric group theory or in algebraic graph theory would be an advantage. Download details in PDF format.

The University of Newcastle

RESEARCH DIVISION

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW
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The Research Division at the University of Newcastle is offering up to four Postdoctoral Research Fellow positions. Preference will be given to applicants supported by one of the University's designated Priority Research Centres, including CARMA. Download details here in Microsoft Word 2003 format. Details might be available from the University's jobs page, although as at 31^st May, 2010, the position is marked as "Closed".

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

EOI — RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
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Exciting opportunities exist for Research Associates in Mathematics within the University of Newcastle's Priority Research Centre for Computer Assisted Research Mathematics and Its Applications (CARMA). Under the leadership of Laureate Professor and CARMA Director Jonathan Borwein, the Centre has strengths in Functional Analysis, Discrete Mathematics, Number Theory, Topological Algebra, Experimental and Computational Mathematics, Numerical Analysis and Operations Research/Optimisation.

If you are a strong recent Ph.D. with interests in computational mathematics then you should apply. Research strengths in special functions, computational number theory and symbolic computation will be highly regarded. Some mathematical physics and numerical analysis background is also of particular interest.

These positions are available on a 2—3 year contract with potential extension.

Level of appointment will be Academic Level A Step 6 with an initial annual salary of $63,572 and the possibility of additional sessional teaching.

Expressions of Interest should include your CV and two references, and be sent to:

Juliane Turner
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
The University of Newcastle
Telephone: +61 2 4921 5483
E-mail: Juliane.Turner@newcastle.edu.au