Postdoctoral Fellow in Affine Building and Hecke Algebras
School of Mathematics and Statistics
The University of Sydney

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral fellow position to work on the project: Affine Building and Hecke Algebras.

Essential criteria for the position are:

• a PhD (or equivalent qualification)
• demonstrated evidence of research ability and potential in the area of buildings or the representation theory of Hecke Algebras
• excellent written and verbal communication skills
• and the ability to work cooperatively with others

Working knowledge of p-adic groups, Ramanujan graphs or complex reflection groups, or experience with a computer algebra package such as GAP or MAGMA, would be an advantage.

The position is full-time fixed term for two years, subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. There is the possibility of further offers of employment for up to one year, subject to funding and need. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees. The successful applicant will be asked to provide proof of Australian citizenship or a valid work visa appropriate to the term of the position.

Remuneration Package:$68,155 - $73,161 pa (including a base salary Level A $57,592 - $61,822 pa, leave loading and up to 17% employer's contribution to superannuation).

For further information contact Dr A. Mathas on (02) 9351 6058 or email: A.mathus@maths.usyd.edu.au.

Further information is also available at: http://www.maths.usyd.edu.au/u/About/Vacancies.html

Reference Number: A47/006566.

Applications close 23 March 2006.

 
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