Research Program Leader - Business Services and Analytics Program
CSIRO
Mathematics, Informatics & Statistics
Closing date: 14th November 2011
CSIRO Mathematics, Informatics & Statistics are seeking a strong science leader to take the role of Research Program Leader for the Business Services & Analytics Program.
Specifically you will:
- Provide strategic and scientific leadership for a team of approximately 30 mathematical and computational scientists.
- Work with the Business Unit Executive and the Group Leaders within the Program to develop and maintain a strategic vision for the Program
- Plan, develop and assign research capability in the mathematical sciences into a variety of Themes in Flagships and other Portfolios of CSIRO, with a focus on solving major national challenges through the application of mathematical and statistical methods.
Location: Negotiable: Canberra, Melbourne or Sydney
Salary: Competitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience
Tenure: Indefinite/Ongoing
Ref No: N01906
To be successful you will have :
- International/national recognition as a leader in a research area (or its transfer) relevant to mathematical and statistical sciences.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, particularly with respect to building relationships and create a high level of cooperation within and between multi disciplinary teams.
- Deep understanding of relevant global science trends and R&D environment generally for the mathematical sciences
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives and co-ordinate programs to achieve outcomes across organizational and international boundaries.
About CSIRO:
Australia is founding its future on science and innovation. Its national science agency, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), is a powerhouse of ideas, technologies and skills for building prosperity, growth, health and sustainability. It serves governments, industries, business and communities.
About the Research Group
CSIRO Mathematics, Informatics & Statistics (CMIS) creates and uses innovative mathematical sciences to tackle Australia’s big challenges like climate change, water security, energy for the future and many more. It provides expertise in statistics, mathematics, informatics and computational science to collaborators and customers in a range of areas including industrial processing, healthcare, biotechnology, environmental monitoring and Government and commercial services. One of 13 CSIRO divisions, CMIS has over 190 staff working across 7 cities.
For more information on CSIRO Mathematics, Informatics & Statistics please visit our website at: http://www.csiro.au/org/CMIS.html
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