Chapman Fellow in Mathematics (Pure Mathematics Section)

SONICOM; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

43 days off per year

Generous pension schemes

Job summary

Imperial College London invites applications for Chapman Fellowships in Pure Mathematics in the Department of Mathematics. These fixed-term posts (3 years) offer an excellent path toward an academic career in Pure Mathematics.

Applicants should demonstrate a track record of high-level research, teaching capability at undergraduate level, and a willingness to supervise MSc projects. Appointment may begin September 2027 and includes a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Track record of research in Pure Mathematics at the highest level.
• Motivation for undergraduate teaching and MSc supervision.
• Engagement with seminars, conferences and events in the mathematical community.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research in Pure Mathematics and publish in leading journals.
• Contribute to teaching undergraduate courses and MSc projects.
• Assist with teaching and administration within the department.

Skills

Research excellence

Undergraduate teaching

MSc supervision

Education

PhD in Mathematics

Job description

Chapman Fellow in Mathematics (Pure Mathematics Section)

Applications are invited for one or more Chapman Fellowships in Pure Mathematics within the Pure Mathematics Section of the Department of Mathematics, commencing September 2027. These will be for a fixed term of 3 years. The posts provide an excellent opportunity for those seeking to pursue an academic career in Pure Mathematics.

What you would be doing

You will produce independent and original research in Pure Mathematics within the Department of Mathematics, submit publications to leading refereed journals, and help with teaching and administration. You will be expected to undertake a self-directed program of research and scholarship and to play a role in the national and international Mathematics community, in addition to teaching students at undergraduate level. You will also take a role in MSc teaching and project supervision, as appropriate.

What we are looking for

• A track record of research in Pure Mathematics (interpreted broadly) of the highest level.
• Drive to engage actively with Imperial’s thriving ecosystem of seminars, conferences and other events.
• Background and motivation for undergraduate teaching and also to teach on one of the leading MSc programmes in the field and to supervise MSc theses, as appropriate.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• Build your profile in the international research community by becoming an active part of one of the leading research groups in Pure Mathematics, pursuing research of the highest level across the whole breadth of the field.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 43 days off a year and generous pension schemes).

Further information

Positions are available for a fixed duration of 3 years.

*Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant within the salary range £45,399 - £48,876 per annum.

• A full CV
• Research Statement
• Teaching Statement
• List of publications

If you have any queries about the posts, please contact the relevant sectioncoordinator, Prof Steven Sivek ([e-mail] ), or the Chair of the Chapman Fellowship panels, Professor Alastair Young ([e-mail] ). You may also want tocontactsomebody in the departmentwhoseresearch is close to yours.

Interview dates: January2027

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

We reserve the right to close the advert before the stated closing date, should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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