Reader in Applied Mathematics

The purpose of the job will be to undertake research in line with the School’s research strategy, to teach at undergraduate and
postgraduate level, and to contribute to School’s administration/outreach activity. The post will form the foundation of a new group in
Applied Mathematics, playing a key role in the future development of the Mathematical Sciences Research Centre. The post will
provide leadership in shaping the capability in Applied Mathematics in collaboration with academics within the University and beyond.

MAJOR DUTIES:

Teaching:
1. Routinely communicate complex and conceptual ideas to students as well as to peers using high level skills and a range of media.
2. Develop the teaching activities of the School by pursuing new and innovative teaching approaches taking the responsibility for
the quality of course units and delivering a range of teaching and assessment activities including lectures, tutorials and
setting/marking coursework, according to own area of subject specialism and as assigned by Head of School.
3. Contribute to the enhancement of quality teaching within the subject, school or faculty, ensuring that course design and delivery
comply with the appropriate benchmarks and regulations.
4. Develop and advise others on learning and teaching tasks and methods.
5. Act as internal examiner for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Research:
1. Develop and contribute to the research strategies of the School in the area of Applied Mathematics and maintain a reputation as an expert in own subject area.
2. Sustain an extensive track record of published research findings by publishing in refereed journals and presenting at national/international conferences.
3. Develop innovative research proposals and lead funding bids.
4. Direct, coach and develop research staff, where appropriate.
5. Ensure that research projects are completed on time and within budget.
6. Act as referee and contribute to peer assessment of research.

Administration/Contribution to the Community:
1. Contribute significantly to the development and running of the School/area by taking on appropriate School co-ordinating roles.
Such duties may include, for example, Advisor of Studies, QAA Aspect Co-ordinator, Module/Year/Programme Co-ordinator or
other recognised official University roles.
2. Act as mentor or appraiser to colleagues, including Teaching Assistants, advising on their personal development and ensuring
that that they are meeting the standards required.
3. Provide pastoral care for students within own area to ensure, as far as practicable, that relevant issues are dealt with in a timely,
sympathetic and effective manner.
4. May sit on major University committees.
5. Contribute to the School’s outreach strategy by designing or delivering Community outreach programmes and developing external links.

Planning and Organising:
1. Be involved in strategic planning for the School/work unit and may contribute to the University’s strategic planning process.
2. Plan and deliver research, teaching and consultancy or similar programmes and ensure that resources are available.
3. Contribute to the management of quality, audit and other external assessments.

Resource Management Responsibilities:
1. Provide academic leadership to those working within programme areas, as course leader or equivalent, by for example
co-ordinating the work of others to ensure that courses are delivered effectively or organising the work of a team by agreeing objectives and work plans.
2. Develop and manage staff and resources, in support of major research, teaching and administrative activities.
3. Contribute to the overall management of the School/work unit, in areas such as budget planning.

Internal and External Relationships:
1. Lead and develop internal networks for example by participating in University committee/s.
2. Lead and develop links with external networks, for example, with external examiners and assessors.
3. Develop links with external contacts such as other educational bodies, employers, and professional bodies to foster collaboration.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

1. Hold a PhD in Mathematical Sciences.
2. A distinguished record of research publications of international excellence in an area of Applied Mathematics, REF returnable at international level.
3. Demonstrated record of attracting and obtaining substantial, peer reviewed, research income.
4. Evidence of ability to strengthen the School’s national and international research and to develop collaborative networks.
5. Evidence of sustained high quality lecturing in Mathematics at undergraduate or postgraduate level.
6. A clear vision on future research and development plans and how they would benefit the School.
7. Ability to provide strategic academic leadership in research, programme development and teaching.
8. Experience in successful team management including supervising research students and/or postdoctoral researchers.
9. Contribution to a wider range of administrative tasks.
10. Evidence of international esteem.
11. Evidence of the ability to communicate and present academic material clearly and effectively.
12. Plenary or invited talks at major international conferences.
13. High level of analytical capability.
14. Ability to communicate complex information effectively.
15. Involvement in productive external collaboration.
16. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
17. Ability to provide effective leadership.
18. Understanding of resource management processes and skills to apply them effectively.
19. Willingness to travel to conferences and other scientific events.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA:

1. PhD in one of the following areas: Discrete Applied Mathematics, PDEs and Dynamical Systems, Topological Data Analysis.
2. Completed PGCHET or an equivalent teaching qualification.
3. A distinguished record of research publications of international excellence in one of the following areas: Discrete Applied
Mathematics, PDEs and Dynamical Systems, Topological Data Analysis.
4. A track record of interdisciplinary research/collaboration.
5. A track record of research with the potential to lead to societal or economic impact.
6. Design of new and innovative modules/pathways or assessment methods.
7. Contribution to a wider range of community outreach programmes/initiatives in designing and delivering innovative new programmes.
8. Proven skills in coaching and developing others in best practice techniques.