"Lectureship in Probability Theory"

About the role

Applications are invited for a Lectureship in Probability Theory in the Department of Mathematics at King’s College London.

Candidates are expected to have research expertise in theoretical or applied probability. They should demonstrate the potential to conduct research of high originality, innovation, and depth, with the capacity to make a significant long-term impact in their field. A proven ability or clear potential to attract research funding is also desirable.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the Department’s research activity and to take part in teaching and assessment across its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. They will be expected to promote the reputation of the research group through participation in scientific meetings, scholarly engagement, and other externally facing activities.

They will also play an active role in the institutional and intellectual development of the Department and undertake administrative responsibilities at the Departmental, Faculty, and University levels, as required.

This is a full-time position (35 hours per week), and an indefinite contract will be offered.

Further information about the department can be found at: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/mathematics

The position is based at the Strand Campus of King’s College London, with an expected start date within six months of the job offer.

About you

Essential criteria

• PhD in a relevant subject area
• Strong research record in Probability Theory, as evidenced by publications in high quality journals and conferences
• Potential to attract external research funds
• Ability to teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in mathematics
• Ability to supervise postgraduate research students
• Ability to make significant contributions to administrative work
• Excellent presentation and communication skills

Desirable criteria

• Experience in attracting external research funds
• Experience of teaching and examining
• Experience of administration

Further Information

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.

We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's.

As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities.

We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

Interviews are expected to be held in November 2025

Grade and Salary: £53,947 - £63,350 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance.

Job ID: 121765

Close Date: 05-Oct-2025

Contact Person: Markus Riedle

Contact Details: Markus.riedle@kcl.ac.uk