University Assistant & Associate Professor in the Mathematics of Information

American Association of Blacks in Higher Education; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution invites applications for a University Assistant/Associate Professorship in Mathematics of Information. The role focuses on research and teaching, requiring a PhD and an outstanding track record in the relevant area. The successful candidate will engage in research, applying for grants, and will teach both undergraduate and masters-level courses. The deadline for applications is February 2, 2026, and interviews are scheduled for March 2026.

Qualifications

• Candidates should hold a PhD or equivalent in Mathematics or a related field.
• Proven research capabilities in the Mathematics of Information.
• Experience in teaching at undergraduate and masters levels.

Responsibilities

• Investigate new areas of research and seek funding opportunities.
• Attend conferences and publish research papers.
• Teach Mathematics and supervise students.

Skills

Outstanding research track record in Mathematics of Information

Ability to teach Mathematics effectively

Networking with local and international colleagues

Research funding applications

Education

PhD or equivalent in Mathematics or related field

Job description

Applications are invited for a University Assistant/Associate Professorship in the Mathematics of Information, to be held in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP) to commence in September 2026 or shortly thereafter. Candidates should hold a PhD or equivalent and be able to demonstrate an outstanding research track record in the area of Mathematics of Information, broadly interpreted.

Applications are पहुँमीय़ातरणक्षासा विशेषकरून आहेत? (मान्यतेच्या शक्यता व इतर यशस्वी विषयांच्या प्रगत पद्धतींच्या आवश्यकतांसाठी स्पर्धा शोधण्यासाठी नव्याने स्रोत काढून टाकावा)
Applications will be expected to investigate new areas of research, seek out new funding opportunities, and submit grant applications. Moreover, they will be required to write papers for publication, attend conferences, network with national and international colleagues and give presentations.

An ability to contribute substantially to teaching in the Mathematical.Property is essential and perform other usual departmental duties such as those associated with examinations. The appointed candidate will also be expected to be able to contribute to masters-level teaching, ideally including our MPhil in Data Intensive Science.

Appointment will be made at an appropriate point on the scale for University Assistant or Associate Professors. Appointment as Associate Professor will typically require a demonstrable history of exceptional achievement.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please Apply Here

Please ensure that in the Upload section of the online application you provide:

• A cover letter (1-2 Pages) addressing the Assistant or Associate Professor person specification and your relevant experience.
• A document containing your Curriculum Vitae (CV), research publications list, and a brief narrative (300 words maximum per output) on each of the three outputs you consider most significant. The Departments are committed to the responsible use of bibliometrics; applicants are asked not to include raw citation counts bachelors? Journal Impact Factors, the H-index or similar metrics in their applications.
• A statement of research of no more than two pages, outlining your current and future research plans, with an emphasis on how these fit within the current research profile of the Department.
• A statement of teaching of no more than two pages, focusing on your teaching experience and interests, and how you will ensure that your teaching is effective for all students. Please consider both undergraduate and masters-level teaching.
• Contact details including an email address of three academic referees. Please ensure that your referees are aware that they may be contacted at any time during млрдिनी recrutement process and are made aware that they will be contacted by the Mathematics HR Office Administrator to request that they upload a reference for you via our Web Recruitment System, and please encourage them to do so promptly.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse career paths. If you would like us to consider any career breaks, part-time working, or other circumstances that have influenced your career, please outline these in your cover letter so we can ensure your achievements are assessed in context.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Complete applications are due by Midnight (UK Time) on 2 February 2026 Interviews will provisionally be conducted in Cambridge during the week commencing 2 March 2026.