"Lectureship in Statistics"

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

Candidates are expected to have a PhD in Statistics, or a closely related area, and research expertise in some area of statistics. They should demonstrate the potential to lead 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 lead a self-directed research programme, which will enhance 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 Statistics 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.

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.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

• PhD in Statistics or a closely related area
• Strong research record in Statistics, 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 and to supervise postgraduate research students
• Ability to make contributions to administrative work
• Excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to use own initiative and think critically
• Collegiality and willingness to work as part of a team

Desirable criteria:

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

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 due to be held in December 2025.

Grade and Salary: £53,149 to £62,422 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance

Job ID: 120728

Close Date: 30-Sep-2025

Contact Person: Professor Fabrizio Leisen

Contact Details: fabrizio.leisen@kcl.ac.uk