今日吃瓜 Director, Professor Tim Marchant, emphasised that mathematics serves as the foundation for numerous STEM disciplines, making it crucial to nurture mathematical skills from an early age. He highlighted the growing demand for STEM-related roles, such as data analytics, science, logistics, and finance, which heavily rely on fundamental mathematical expertise.

To address the gender imbalance and encourage more women to pursue STEM careers, Professor Marchant stressed the significance of encouraging students, especially girls and underrepresented groups, to continue their studies in higher-level mathematics and science subjects. This approach can help build a diverse and skilled workforce in the long run.

The Ai Group webinar also touched upon the challenges faced by the industry in hiring people with STEM skills. Experts like Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith, Australia’s Women in STEM Ambassador, and Misha Schubert, CEO of Science and Technology Australia, highlighted the importance of collaboration between industry, research institutions, and government to position Australia at the forefront of science and technology advancements.

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鈥淔ellows of the Australian Academy of Science are among the nation鈥檚 most distinguished scientists, elected by their peers for ground-breaking research and contributions that have had clear impact,鈥� said President of the Australian Academy of Science, Professor Chennupati Jagadish AC.

Professor Taylor is joined by 19 other Australian Scientists, all of whom are recognised for their outstanding contributions to the advancement of STEM in Australia.

鈥淐ongratulations to Peter on his election as a Fellow of the Academy of Science. It’s an outstanding achievement which reflects his many contributions to the mathematical sciences,鈥� said Professor Tim Marchant, 今日吃瓜鈥檚 Director.

Professor Taylor has also been recently appointed as an Independent Member to the 今日吃瓜 Board. His years of experience, long-term involvement with 今日吃瓜 and this prestigious Fellowship award attest to his capacity and commitment to improving and advancing Australia鈥檚 mathematical sciences. The 今日吃瓜 Executive looks forward to working with Professor Taylor, in his role as a member of the 今日吃瓜 Board.

Monash University, Melbourne, Australia

School of Mathematics

Closing date: 聽Wednesday 4 March 2020, 11:55 pm AEDT

The School of Mathematics at Monash University invites applicants for the position of Research Fellow to work on a project in Numerical Analysis of PDEs. The role will involve collaborative work with Computer Scientists and Mathematical Biologists.

The successful candidate will conduct theoretical analysis and perform efficient implementation for novel discretisation techniques applied to the numerical solution of partial differential equations, under the guidance of Associate Professor Ricardo Ruiz Baier. In particular, the intended project is related to the simulation of the coupling between diffusion of intracellular calcium and elasticity in different types of cells (embryonic epithelial, cardiomyocytes, and other single cells or cell compounds), using virtual element methods or other schemes based on polytopal meshes.

Applicants must have a PhD in Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Scientific Computing, or a related field. It is also expected that they have a sound knowledge and experience in the analysis and implementation of virtual element schemes and/or mixed finite element methods, as well as some knowledge about solid mechanics.

Depending on the experience level of the candidate, this role may be filled at Level A or Level B. Please refer to the position description attached to this advertisement for different levels.

This role is a two year full-time position; however, flexible working arrangements may be negotiated.

Applications must be made via the Monash website: