Lecturer - Pure Mathematics

About the role

UNSW’s School of Mathematics and Statistics is seeking a Lecturer (Level B) in Pure Mathematics to join its vibrant academic community in Sydney. The successful candidate will conduct independent research and deliver high‑quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out high‑impact research aligned with the School’s strengths, aiming for publication in leading journals.
• Develop and submit research grant proposals to national and international funding bodies.
• Establish and maintain research collaborations within the School, across the university and with external partners.
• Supervise Honours, Masters coursework and research projects, as well as PhD candidates.
• Contribute to curriculum design and deliver lectures, tutorials and assessments.

Required profile

• PhD in Pure Mathematics or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated record of scholarly research, preferably in Number Theory or Arithmetic Dynamical Systems.
• Experience in teaching mathematics at university level.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a research‑intensive environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract (2 years) with a salary range of AUD 127 000–150 000 plus superannuation.
• Access to world‑class research facilities and a supportive academic community.
• Opportunities for professional development and international collaboration.