Imperial College London seeks a Chair or Reader in Probability

Applications are invited from outstanding individuals for a Reader or Chair in Probability within the Department of Mathematics at Imperial College London. APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED

Role: Reader or Chair in Probability

Salary: from £81,791 pa (Chair) from £71,448 (Reader)

Tenure: Full-time, permanent 

Location: South Kensington campus

Closing Date: 19 August 22 Midnight GMT

About the Departmnt

The Department conducts research of the highest quality and has strengths in several interconnected areas related to Probability including Stochastic Analysis, Mathematical Statistics, Applied Probability and Statistics, Machine Learning, Mathematical Physics, Applied Analysis and PDEs.

About the Role

You will work in the area of probability and/or stochastic processes, interpreted in the broadest sense. You will contribute to the academic mission of Imperial College London to deliver world-class scholarship, education and research. You will be engaged with research, education, and administrative duties in alignment with the department’s strategy, goals and vision. Among your research duties, you will direct a research programme at the highest scientifically rigorous levels, supervise, train and mentor research staff and students, obtain funds and research grants and encourage and guide junior research staff to do the same, and establish links with industry. You will teach and examine courses at all levels, teach modules in probability and/or stochastic processes at all levels, and supervise PhD, MSc and MSci theses. You will also undertake appropriate administrative tasks in support of the department’s teaching and research activities and attend relevant academic or management committees. Full information on duties, responsibilities and criteria can be found in the Job Description.

Essential Requirements

*PhD in probability theory or a related field *An international reputation (commensurate with career stage) and expertise in the field of probability and/or stochastic processes *A significant or sustained track record (commensurate with career stage) in attracting high levels of research funding *Extensive experience in leading the design of research programmes *An excellent record of research, evidenced by a portfolio of research publications, confirming national/ international standing (commensurate with career stage) *Experience in training Undergraduate and Postgraduate students *Experience in supervision of higher degrees (PhD) *Evidence of management and administration experience *Ability to communicate well, conveying ideas and concepts clearly and effectively

Further Information and How To Apply

Please see our Further Particulars for more information about the College and the benefits available to staff. For informal discussions about this position, please contact, Professor Grigorios A. Pavliotis, the Head of the Section, email: g.pavliotis@imperial.ac.uk Professor Xue-Mei Li, Chair in Probability and Stochastic Analysis, email: xue-mei.li@imperial.ac.uk. Queries relating to the application process should be directed to: Mrs Maria Monteiro, Senior Appointments Manager, email: m.monteiro@imperial.ac.uk. For further information on the role and to apply online visit: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/jobs/description/NAT01204/reader-or-chair-probability

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 We are committed to equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We therefore encourage candidates to apply irrespective of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, gender identity, sex, or sexual orientation. We are an Athena SWAN Silver Award winner, a Disability Confident Leader and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.