Lecturer in Statistics (Teaching and Scholarship)

University of Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Leeds invites applications for a Lecturer in Statistics to enhance their teaching and curriculum development in a dynamic academic environment. Candidates should be passionate about teaching, hold a PhD, and demonstrate innovative skills in engaging students through technology. This role offers flexibility and a commitment to an enriching educational experience.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus 16 Bank Holidays

Generous pension scheme with 14.5% employer contribution

Discounted gym membership

Access to professional development courses

On-site childcare and shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Demonstrable ability to teach Statistics or Data Science.
• Enthusiastic and innovative approach to student education.
• Interest in developing pedagogic research and scholarship.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Contribute to curriculum development and online teaching delivery.
• Manage student education aligned with strategic goals.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Use of technology in teaching

Interest in Statistics and Data Science

Education

PhD or equivalent experience in Statistics or Computing

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University of Leeds

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Leeds, United Kingdom

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Posted:

02.06.2025

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17.07.2025

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Job Description:

Lecturer in Statistics (Teaching and Scholarship)

Are you an enthusiastic academic, committed to delivering a first class learning and teaching experience with a proven ability to teach effectively at undergraduate and postgraduate level? Are you passionate about delivering an exceptional student experience in a research-intensive Russell Group University? Do you want to develop and further your skills in online teaching and learning and digital education?

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who has an interest in Statistics and Data Science, to join the Department of Statistics within the School of Mathematics and/or the Leeds Institute for Data Analytics (LIDA). This role is part of a strategic investment by the University to develop online distance-learning postgraduate programmes in statistics and data science. You will contribute to the University’s research-led teaching and management of student education and will play an important role by contributing to the development of outstanding graduates and scholars. Also, you will be expected to take an active role in the development of our curriculum, aligning with the Institutional-led Curriculum Redefined principles and practices, and in particular to support the development and delivery of online teaching.

With a PhD, or equivalent experience, in Statistics or Computing, or a closely related discipline such as Mathematics, you will have a demonstrable ability to teach Statistics or Data Science. You will have an enthusiastic and innovative approach to all aspects of student education, good communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to use technology effectively and innovatively in the preparation and delivery of blended learning material. You will also be interested in developing pedagogic research and scholarship.

We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary.
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available. And much more!