Chair of Statistics; University College London
Chair of Statistics
University College London – Department of Statistical Science
Ref: 1129274
Full Time
The appointment will be on UCL Professorial Grade. The salary range will be negotiable within the professorial range but will not be less than £61,713 per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.
The Department is currently undergoing a programme of expansion. As part of this expansion the Department invites applications for a Chair of Statistics from candidates with an outstanding research record of international excellence. The person will be expected to provide research leadership as well as to contribute to the Department’s undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes. The appointee will have an opportunity to provide input into the recruitment of two new lecturers. More experienced candidates may be considered for the future Headship of the Department.
The successful candidate will have an internationally recognised track record of research and will be able to contribute to the strong research profile of the Department. He/she is expected to have a continuing track record of external research grant funding and doctoral research supervision, experience of teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate level and excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Applications from candidates with interests in medical research or biostatistics are particularly welcome, although applications will be considered from candidates in any area of statistical science. Applicants should have a higher academic degree, for example a PhD.
For further details about the vacancy and how to apply on line please go to and search on Reference Number 1129274.
We particularly welcome female applicants and those from an ethnic minority, as they are under-represented within UCL at these levels. This is in line with section 48 of the Sex Discrimination Act and section 38 of the Race Relations Act.
Closing Date: 26th March 2010
Interview date: April/May 2010
