Research Associate/research Fellow in Complex - Perth, Australia - Curtin University of Technology

Curtin University of Technology

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Perth, Australia

6 days ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

$97,941 - $130,829 (ALA.- ALB) per annum plus 17% superannuation

3year fixed term fulltime position
Commencing immediately

Job Reference:

Curtin Centre for Optimisation and Decision Science

Your new role
The centre is aiming to expand its capacity in research on complex social networks and systems.

You will contribute to this by conducting high-quality fundamental and applied research under the supervision of, and in collaboration with, other members of the centre and take the lead in publishing your work in top international journals.

Some of the potential research topics for this position include:

Modelling of dynamic social processes and phenomena, including opinion formation dynamics, cultural dynamics, and formation and evolution of social norms; and
Parametrisation and validation of mathematical models of social networks using experimental and observational data.

You will be provided with career development and mentoring opportunities as part of a young, dynamic research group. Come join us and help build an exciting future for the new Curtin Centre for Optimisation and Decision Science.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact

Dr Mengbin Ye, Senior Research Fellow, Centre for Optimisation and Decision Science, Faculty of Science and Engineering at

About us
Curtin University is one of the world's top 200 universities according to the 2024 QS World University Rankings (QSWUR).

We offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package, a friendly and collaborative work environment, generous leave entitlements and superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and salary-packaging.

Our vibrant Bentley campus situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country and includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and a wide range of food options including a full-range grocer, parking onsite and great public transport connections.

Join us

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Please provide a cover letter, your CV and separate document addressing the selection criteria (noted below) to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.

Selection criteria:

A doctoral qualification in applied mathematics, engineering, computer science, or related areas.
A track record of publications in highquality international journals in systems and control, complex networks, network science, computational social science, or similar areas.
A strong theoretical background in relevant areas such as dynamical systems theory, control theory, and agentbased and computational modelling.
Excellent computing skills and experience working with relevant programming languages and platforms for example, Python, R, MATLAB.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Interest and willingness to work on applied research and engage with external stakeholders in demanddriven research.

Applications close: 10PM Australian Western Standard Time (AWST), Sunday 3rd September 2023