Research Associate, Statistical Modelling

Macquarie University is hiring a Research Associate, Statistical Modelling for High-Dimensional Data. This position is open to statisticians or data scientists with a strong research track record in statistical modelling, data science, or related fields, and a commitment to interdisciplinary and applied research.

This position is funded by the Australian Research Council Discovery Project. The successful candidate will join Macquarie University's Statistical Modelling Research Group, led by Professor Samuel Muller and Dr Houying Zhu, and collaborate with Associate Professor Garth Tarr (University of Sydney) and Associate Professor Tania Garcia (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill).

Responsibilities

- Variable selection and inference for statistically challenging data, including longitudinal, clustered, and correlated univariate and multivariate responses.
- Robust, scalable, and computationally efficient stability selection methods that integrate frequentist and Bayesian strengths, with visualisation tools to assess feature stability.
- Statistical methods for analysing multi-layered and structured data in bioinformatics, health and agriculture applications.

About us

An inclusive community in scientific collaboration. At the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, mathematics and statistics drive breakthroughs in technology and data science, while physics and astronomy seek to understand matter and the Universe, everything from quarks to galaxy clusters. We collaborate closely with local, national, and international organisations and companies across the mathematical and physical sciences.

Selection Criteria

- A PhD in Statistical Modelling or a closely related discipline in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field, either awarded or submitted for examination prior to commencement of the position.
- Demonstrated ability to publish high-quality research in peer-reviewed scientific journals.




- Ability to assist in the supervision of postgraduate research students.
- Demonstrated capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a research team.
- Experience presenting research findings at seminars, conferences, or other scientific meetings.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced computational and programming skills, particularly in R.
- Demonstrated ability to attract external research funding through grant applications and/or contribute to funded collaborative research projects with internal and external partners (desirable).
- Research experience in statistical modelling for high-dimensional and complex data, including areas such as variable selection, Bayesian methods, or related methodologies (desirable).
- Experience in developing statistical software, reproducible research workflows, or open source research tools (desirable).

Applications

Applications close: 27/07/2026 11:59 PM

Role specific enquiries

Dr Houying Zhu, Senior Lecturer in Statistics, ***********@mq.edu.au.

Why join us

- Versatile, hybrid work arrangements
- 17% superannuation
- Subsidised onsite parking options
- Extensive training and professional development programs
- Onsite childcare facilities and vacation care during school holidays
- Discounted health insurance
- Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program for free and confidential support
- Convenient onsite GP, imaging, and physiotherapy clinics

Pre-employment checks

Preferred candidates will be required to participate in pre-employment checks relevant to the role. Employment is conditional upon completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks to the University's satisfaction.

A place where you belong

Macquarie values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a commitment to care and respect.

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📌 Research Associate, Statistical Modelling (New South Wales)
🏢 Wallumattagal Campus
📍 New South Wales