Lecturer in Probability and Modern Statistics

To create and disseminate knowledge through initiating and conducting original research and through publications; to develop and deliver undergraduate, postgraduate and CPD programmes, as appropriate to the disciplinary area. In addition, to contribute to the department/school through management/leadership, and enterprise activities, as appropriate. 

Contribute to the whole range of research, teaching and administration. 

Research is likely to involve initiating, conducting and disseminating original research. The research has measurable outcomes and is reflected in a growing international reputation. 

Teaching is likely to include a substantial contribution to: (a) the management, development (including programme/module review) and delivery of teaching and assessment; and (b) enhancement of the student experience or employability. The role will typically also involve developing and advising others, including: (a) providing expert advice to staff and students, (b) supervising and examining PhD students, and (c) developing and advising others on learning and teaching tasks and methods. 

Management and administration is likely to involve contributions at School level, and/or making an important contribution to some managerial/leadership activities (e.g. working groups) within the University. This may include developing and making substantial contributions to knowledge transfer, enterprise, business engagement, public engagement, widening participation, schools outreach, or similar activities at School level or further within the University. 

Person Specification

• A PhD in Mathematics or related areas
• Extensive research experience and scholarship within the area of probability and modern statistics broadly defined, including: of statistics, probability theory, computational data analysis, machine learning, or related areas.
• Excellent teaching skills
• Ability to devise, advise on and manage research and teaching
• Skills in managing, motivating and mentoring others successfully at all levels

Informal enquiries can be made to Prof Deryk Osthus; d.osthus@bham.ac.uk