Description of the situation

• A full-time ongoing academic opportunity, located at the Camperdown Campus of the School of Mathematics and Statistics
• Join a world-class community of mathematicians and statisticians
• Base Salary (Level B/C) $127,436 – $179,998 per annum + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

An opportunity for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Optimization Theory to join the School of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Sydney, one of the largest Mathematical Sciences schools in Australia.

The University of Sydney is the only Australian university to achieve the highest rating of 5 out of 5 for research in mathematical sciences in every Excellence in Research assessment in Australia to date.

As a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Improvement Theory, you will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the design, delivery and assessment of teaching and learning while continuing to build your research contribution, expertise and impact. You’ll also benefit from our supportive community of world-class mathematicians and statisticians.

Your main responsibilities will be:

About you

The university values ​​courage and creativity. Openness and participation; Inclusion and diversity; Respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned with these values ​​and are looking for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Improvement Theory who has:

Note: All applicants are kindly requested to state the academic level they are applying for in their application letter. Please note that there will be an on-campus interview in December/January.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional on you completing all pre-employment or background checks required for the role on terms satisfactory to the University. Likewise, your continued employment is contingent on satisfactory maintenance of all relevant permits and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including terminating your employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values ​​include diversity and inclusion, and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a university community that reflects the broader community we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programmes, as well as key strategies to increase engagement and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBT. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

All applications must include (letter of cover, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) as per the details stated in the announcement, and can be submitted via the “Apply” button at the top of the page.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable amendment or any documents in alternative formats, please contact Simon Drew, Recruitment Operations via email to recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au

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Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 11:59 pm

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Our shared values ​​at the University of Sydney include: Diversity and inclusion We strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a university community that reflects the broader community we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programmes, as well as key strategies to increase engagement and support careers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, slim, People living with disabilities, People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgroundsand those known as LGBTQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.