Are you passionate about teaching and research in Statistics and would like to develop in a friendly, internationally-recognised, supportive environment? Then why not join the School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science (SMSAS) at the University of Kent?

The School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Statistics to join its Statistics group. The Statistics group has a strong reputation for world-leading research, specialising in Data Science, Machine Learning and Ecological Statistics.

We invite applications from candidates with research interests that complement or enhance the group’s existing research strengths. The post holder will be expected to make a strong contribution to teaching and administration within the Statistics group in the school and will be expected to participate in the development and delivery of our new BSc in Data Science as well as on existing programmes including statistical modules within our Mathematics, Financial Mathematics and Actuarial Science degree programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.

As Lecturer in Statistics you will:

• undertake teaching of both undergraduate and postgraduate students, including the development of new modules and providing support for student learning
• develop and extend your existing successful research career, writing research papers of the highest quality and securing external funding
• collaborate with colleagues in the School on course development, delivery and assessment, taking on appropriate management and administrative responsibilities

To succeed in this role you will have:

• PhD (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline by 1 August 2021
• research experience in a thematic area aligned to Statistics and/or Data Science and recent track record of publication in leading international journals
• ability to make a strong contribution to the research undertaken in the School in an area relevant to Statistics and/or Data Science

Please note a one page research statement should be uploaded as part of your application, as well as a CV and cover letter.

The interviews are likely to take place week commencing 1 March 2021, but this is subject to change.

Closing date for applications is 23:59 hours GMT on Wednesday 10th February.

The School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science (SMSAS) is a welcoming and diverse environment that has been recognised with a Silver Athena SWAN award. Our staff and students come from all over the world, and we are proud of our friendly and inclusive culture. We support colleagues through a number of family-friendly policies, including a core hours’ policy and the right to apply for flexible working, and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence (for example, parental leave).