Associate/Full Professor and Director of Statistical Consulting CentreThis site uses and shares cookies and similar technologies to personalise your experience, advertise to you and provide content from third-parties as well as analyse our usage. You consent to our use of such technologies by proceeding. You can change your mind or consent choices at any time. Visit our Privacy Statement for further information.# Jobs at UoM## Associate/Full Professor and Director of Statistical Consulting CentreApply: Parkville, Victoria: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: December 15, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): JR-012187Role type: Full time, ContinuingLocation: Parkville, Melbourne School / Faculty: School of Mathematics and Statistics, Faculty of Science

Salary:
Level D
- $183,859
- $202,556 or Level E
- $236,824 p.a. plus 17% superannuation
* *Prestigious leadership in statistical consulting and education *Apply now to lead a nationally respected Statistical Consulting Centre and shape the future of applied statistics*
* *Benefit from outstanding employment conditions, leadership support, and professional development programs* The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.Your next career opportunity As Director of the Statistical Consulting Centre, you will integrate high-impact consulting, research and education across the University. By building partnerships with government, industry and academia, and mentoring staff and researchers, you help advance statistical practice. Strong institutional support and academic freedom enable you to shape internationally recognised research and consulting programmes.




Top of FormBottom of FormWhat you will deliver:* Provide strategic leadership for the Statistical Consulting Centre’s consulting, research, teaching and training activities.
* Oversee and grow consulting services for government, industry, business and University clients, ensuring high-quality statistical support.
* Lead development of innovative statistical education programs and short courses for students, researchers and external participants.
* Supervise and mentor academic staff and graduate researchers, fostering excellence in applied statistics and consulting practice.
* Build national and international collaborations that enhance the School’s research profile and real-world impact in data science. You will be a scholar of international reputation with:
* A research doctorate in Statistics and recognised international standing in statistical science.
* A demonstrated outstanding record of high-quality statistical consulting across business, industry, government and academia.
* Sustained, impactful research outputs and evidence of leading collaborative projects in applied or methodological statistics.
* Ability to communicate complex statistical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences, clients and interdisciplinary collaborators.
* Experience providing inclusive, strategic leadership of teams, nurturing staff development and a positive, high-performance consulting culture.
* Experience in high-profile consultations,



such as legal reporting, expert witness roles or government advisory work. For further information please refer to the attached PD.

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We offer
the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:
* Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
* Supportive versatile work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
* Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
* Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
* Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
* Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance ProgramFor more information check out our benefits page Your new team – Statistical Consulting Centre The Statistical Consulting Centre sits within the School of Mathematics and Statistics, one of Australia’s leading schools. You will join a vibrant, research-intensive community with strong international links and major ARC-funded centres. Working closely with the Faculty of Science and partners across the University, you will support impactful, interdisciplinary research.Be Yourself*
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