University of Wollongong

3 Statistics Positions

Faculty of Informatics
Centre for Statistical and Survey Methodology
University of Wollongong

3 Permanent positions

The Centre for Statistical and Survey Methodology is a vibrant and growing research centre thatundertakes fundamental and industry focussed research, training and consulting projects involvingstatistical methodology. The Centre has 14 academic staff, including four professors, 22 researchstudents and links with major statistical agencies in Australia and overseas. See http://cssm.uow.edu.au

We are seeking three experienced statisticians to participate in the further development of the centre.

Manager, Statistical Consulting Service, Ref No: 23118
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The University's Statistical Consulting Service (SCS) provides statistical advice and servicesconcerning the design and analysis of research projects involving academic staff and higher degree research students. The successful applicant will manage the SCS and provide the majorityof the consulting services. The person will also develop and manage the programme of training provided by the SCS.

Deputy Director, Centre for Statistical and Survey Methodology, Ref No: 23119
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This successful applicant will develop and maintain relationships with external organisations involving consulting and contract research. The person will also develop and manage the centre's programme of training and professional education and undertake some teaching. The successfulapplicant will assist in managing the centre and may serve as centre Director in the future. The person will also undertake research in statistical methodology.

Clinical trials and medical research statistician, Ref No: 23120
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This position will focus on expanding the centre's research and consulting in health and medicalresearch in collaboration with the Illawarra Health & Medical Research Institute, which was recently established as a partnership between the University and the Area Health Service. The successfulapplicant will undertake collaborative research and consulting projects and develop training coursesin statistical methods relevant to health and medical research, particularly in the design andanalysis of clinical and community-based clinical trials. The person will also undertake research instatistical methodology.All positions require a PhD and experience in a relevant field of statistics, or equivalent and strong consulting skills. The Clinical Trials and Deputy Director positions also require research potential.Candidates must address the selection criteria specified in the Position Descriptions which areavailable from our website.

For further information, please contact Professor David Steel on (02) 4221 3823 or dsteel@uow.edu.au. Appointment is based on merit. As women are under-represented in academic positions, suitably qualified women are encouraged to apply.

Applications Close 24 August 2008 Please quote relevant reference number (Ref No).

How to apply: Please go to our website http://employment.uow.edu.au
to submit your application online & for more information
about the position and University of Wollongong.