Lecturer (B) in Financial Mathematics

Applications are invited for an appointment as Lecturer in Financial Mathematics, Contract Type B at University of Galway.

The University of Galway is a publicly funded university and has earned international recognition as a research-led university with a commitment to highest-quality teaching and research. We have a strong international reputation in research in mathematical sciences and in translating this into high quality research-led teaching programmes.

We are seeking to recruit a talented and motivated lecturer for a permanent role involving teaching, supervision, research and other service. The appointee will be expected to:

• Teach and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students. In particular, they will be expected to teach on our B.Sc. in Financial Mathematics and Economics.
• Carry out original research.
• Apply for external research funding.
• Contribute to the management and development of School’s teaching and research missions.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr James Cruickshank, Head of Pure Mathematics, School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences, Email james.cruickshank@universityofgalway.ie

Additional information on the School is available at: https://www.universityofgalway.ie/science/school-of-maths/

Salary: € 64,903 to €103,538 p.a (applicable to new entrants effective from January, 2011)

This appointment will be made on the Lecturer scale in line with current Government pay policy and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the University’s Remuneration policy.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00 (Irish Time) on 25th June 2026. It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date.

Garda vetting may apply.

Appointments will be conditional on work authorisation validation.

Further details are available at www.dbei.ie

Please see further information on how to apply here: E-Recruit - University of Galway and Guidelines for On-line Applications (universityofgalway.ie)

Please note that appointment to posts advertised will be dependent upon University approval, together with the terms of the Employment Control Framework for the higher education sector.

At the University of Galway, we celebrate diversity and believe that every candidate can bring unique perspectives, talents and approaches to our University community. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, gender, family status, civil status, membership of the Traveller community, sexual orientation, disability or age.

We value flexibility and recognise that a work-life balance is essential. We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options, to accommodate the diverse needs of our staff. Our commitment to inclusivity extends beyond recruitment as we foster a friendly and supportive work environment, where all work styles are valued and respected. Join us in shaping a workplace that thrives on diversity, creativity and collaboration.

University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.