CSIRO Postdoctoral Fellowship in modelling for mosquito control

• Great opportunity for an early career researcher with a PhD in applied mathematics, computer science, or other related disciplines
• Collaborative, flexible, innovative workplace that values you and your career development
• Join CSIRO – Australia’s premier research organisation

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The opportunity

• Great opportunity for an early career researcher with a PhD in applied mathematics, computer science, or other related disciplines
• Collaborative, flexible, innovative workplace that values you and your career development
• Join CSIRO – Australia’s premier research organisation

CSIRO Early Research Career (CERC) Postdoctoral Fellowships provide opportunities to scientists and engineers who have completed their doctorate and have less than three years of relevant postdoctoral work experience. These fellowships aim to develop the next generation of future leaders of the innovation system.
The escalating spread of mosquito populations and associated diseases, influenced by anthropomorphic activities and climate change, poses a disproportionate threat to vulnerable populations in tropical regions, including the Torres Strait and the Pacific. Addressing this complex challenge requires transdisciplinary approaches and community-led interventions. In collaboration with local Indigenous communities, we are currently co-designing mosquito control with a focus on empowerment and self-determination, using a world leading, commercial self-limiting mosquito control technology that is highly scalable and environmentally friendly.
The CERC Fellow will develop computational models, supported by lab and field experiments, in partnership with Indigenous communities. The project will enable self-determination of an Indigenous mosquito control business through co-design and optimisation of decision-making processes, reducing the disease burden through a culturally sensitive approach that empowers Indigenous communities.

Your duties will include:

• Develop and or extend mathematical and computational population process models to study the effects of different population suppression and replacement strategies across several spatial and temporal contexts.
• Analyse data using statistical and/or machine learning approaches as appropriate to improve our understanding of population parameter variation based on available biological data.
• Explore novel hypotheses and provide recommendations for field trials of various next generation mosquito control technologies.
• Deliver model outcomes to key partners.
• Support the establishment of trusted relationships with Indigenous Cultural Knowledge holders, Communities and organisations.

Location:  Townsville, QLDSalary:  AU$96k – AU$105k plus up to 15.4% superannuationTenure:  Specified term of 3 yearsReference:  97474

To be considered you will need:

• A doctorate (or will shortly satisfy the requirements of a PhD) in a relevant discipline area, such as applied mathematics, computer science, or other related disciplines. Please note: To be eligible for this role you must have no more than 3 years (full-time equivalent) of postdoctoral research experience.
• Mathematical modelling and computational simulation skills and experience in one or more of the following areas: compartmental modelling, stochastic processes, spatio-temporal statistical modelling, population modelling, or dynamical systems modelling. This includes demonstrated scientific computing experience.
• Experience using data to parameterise models, such as through Bayesian inference.
• Experience working collaboratively in interdisciplinary groups.
• Demonstrated interest in developing collaborative relationships with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities and Indigenous stakeholders.

For full details about this role please view the Position Description

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to all candidates – Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents, or candidates who either hold, or are able to obtain, a valid working visa for the duration of the specified term (visa sponsorship and relocation assistance may be provided to the successful candidate if required).  Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
Please note that Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people being considered for the role under CSIRO’s Conscious Inclusion Practices may be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

Flexible working arrangements

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How to apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV. Your cover letter should individually address the essential and desirable selection criteria outlined in the position description and outline your motivation in applying for this role

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