Assistant Professor of Statistics with Start-Up Support

Economics Network; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Start-up funds (up to 5 years)

Sabbatical leave

Job summary

The Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics at the University of Cambridge invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Statistics to join the world‑leading Statistical Laboratory. The successful candidate will contribute to research and teaching from September 2027, with a strong emphasis on securing research funding and building collaborations.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Statistics or a closely related field, with an outstanding research record and the ability to

Qualifications

• PhD in Statistics, Mathematics or closely related subject.
• Strong research track record and ability to lecture undergraduate and master's courses in statistics.
• Ability to secure research funding and build a network of collaborators.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research in statistics and related areas.
• Deliver teaching at undergraduate and master's levels.
• Contribute to the Statistical Laboratory and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Skills

Lecturing in statistics

Research leadership

Grant funding ability

Collaborations

Education

PhD in Statistics or closely related field

Tools

Statistical computing

Job description

The Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics at the University of Cambridge invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Statistics to join the world‑leading Statistical Laboratory. The successful candidate will contribute to research and teaching from September 2027, with a strong emphasis on securing research funding and building collaborations.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Statistics or a closely related field, with an outstanding research record and the ability to