Job Details

Overview

Postdoctoral Fellow - Mathematics & Statistics. Location: Sydney, Australia. The School of Mathematics and Statistics at UNSW supports a large community of staff and researchers and is engaged in a broad range of research interests in applied and pure mathematics, and statistics.

The Postdoctoral Fellow will undertake research within a five-year Laureate Fellow project funded by the Australian Research Council and UNSW Sydney, focusing on dynamical systems with techniques from functional analysis, operator theory, ergodic theory, differential geometry, data science, and/or machine learning. Topics include linear response, random and nonautonomous dynamical systems, spectral analysis, machine learning, data-driven dynamics, stability/perturbation theory/rigorous numerics. Applications may include analysis of spatiotemporal data from weather, climate, and social dynamics, with aims to discover and analyze large-scale patterns, elucidate mechanisms, and develop reliable automatic prediction and quantification schemes.

About the Role

• Level A – $113K – $121K plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading
• Fixed term – 2 years (with possible 12-month extension based on performance and funding)
• Full-time (35 hours per week)

The role reports to Scientia Professor Gary Froyland and has no direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop theory that advances the field of dynamical systems using techniques from functional analysis, operator theory, ergodic theory, differential geometry, data science, and/or machine learning.
• Implement algorithms that efficiently analyse dynamical systems arising from idealised models or data.
• Produce collaborative publications in leading international mathematical and scientific journals.
• Provide comprehensive analysis and reports related to the research project in a timely and effective manner.
• Perform small-team research, coordinate research activities, and help set future research directions of the project.
• Assist with supervision and mentoring of PhD students in line with discipline norms.
• Present results at conferences and other venues.
• Align with the Code of Conduct and Values and follow health and safety policies.

About The Successful Applicant

(Selection Criteria)

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Have

• A PhD in Mathematics (or closely related discipline) or nearing completion, preferably in dynamical systems and related areas.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• An outstanding track record of research publications relative to career opportunities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated capacity to deliver high-quality project outcomes in a timely manner.
• Computer programming experience, preferably with Julia and/or Matlab.
• Understanding of and commitment to UNSW's aims, objectives and values and relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to relevant training.

You should provide a cover letter and systematically address the selection criteria in your application. For informal queries, please use the contact details below. Applications will be accepted online; applications sent directly to the contact listed will not be considered.

Contact

Gary Froyland
...@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: November 20, 2025

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