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University Teacher in Statistics

The University of Edinburgh

City of Edinburgh

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GBP 40,000 - 49,000

Full time

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Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated University Teacher in Statistics to join their School of Mathematics. This exciting fixed-term role offers the chance to teach a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses while also engaging in student assessment and course development. The position emphasizes professional growth, with mentoring opportunities and support for teaching awards that enhance your academic credentials. If you are passionate about statistics and education, and eager to contribute to a vibrant academic community, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • PhD in Statistics required with teaching experience in Higher Education.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Involvement in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
  • Assessment of students and development of courses and programmes.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills
Good interpersonal skills
Organisational skills
Ability to plan and initiate activities

Education

PhD in Statistics

Job description

Fixed term for either 18 or 21 months (depending on start date)

Full time: 35 hours per week

University Teacher in Statistics - University of Edinburgh Careers

The Opportunity:

The School of Mathematics is seeking to appoint a University Teacher with a focus on Statistics and Data Science. This is a fixed-term position for either 18 or 21 months (depending on start date) involving teaching across a range of our undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses.

The role will also include involvement in assessment of students, helping to develop courses and programmes, where this is appropriate, and teaching related administration, which could include providing academic support to students. There will be opportunities to take part in scholarship activities in our School.

The School takes career development seriously: we will mentor the post holder to develop key skills and experiences in teaching and learning and support participation in the Edinburgh Teaching Award, which leads to a Higher Education Academy Fellowship.

The post is available from September 2025 and is fixed term for either 18 or 21 months (depending on start date).

Your skills and attributes for success:

  1. A PhD in Statistics
  2. Experience and achievement in teaching within Higher Education reflected in a growing personal teaching portfolio
  3. Excellent written and oral communication skills in a range of contexts
  4. Good interpersonal and organisational skills
  5. Ability to plan and initiate activities and projects and develop self and others

£40,497 to £48,149 per annum (Grade 7)

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