lecturer/senior lecturer

The School of Natural and Computing Sciences is looking to appoint two full-time staff at Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level in Mathematics with research expertise in an area of pure mathematics that supports or complements the existing strengths in topology, algebra and applied topology.
Candidates whose work is applicable to the wider University priority area of ‘Data & AI’ are especially welcome, as are those open to exploring opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.
Successful candidates will also be expected to teach a broad range of mathematics lectures, problem classes and tutorials, and undertake administrative duties as necessary.
Applications are invited from candidates who can demonstrate an excellent research profile, as evidenced by publications in leading journals. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate their potential for sustaining a research programme at the University of Aberdeen and gaining external research funding.
Candidates should have a PhD and demonstrable research experience in Mathematics or a related discipline relevant to the role.
For a Senior Lecturer position, candidates should demonstrate a track record of successful grant applications, research student supervision and undergraduate/taught postgraduate teaching
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 7 salary scale (Lecturer) (£41,526 - £49,552 per annum) or Grade 8 salary scale (Senior Lecturer) (£52,559 - £59,135 per annum). The placement on the scale is negotiable according to qualifications and experience.
This role is based in the UK and as such the successful candidate will be required to live and work in the UK.
Any appointment will be made subject to satisfactory references, and in the case of Lecturers, a 3-year probation period
For further information on various staff benefits and policies please visit www.abdn.ac.uk/staffnet/working-here 
Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa. At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Heather Clark, HR Adviser (e-mail: h.m.clark@abdn.ac.uk) for further information. 
Applications should include a curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, and a cover letter of no more than two sides of A4, outlining your reasons for making an application.
Online application forms are available at www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
The closing date for receipt of applications is 26 April 2021
Should you wish to make an informal enquiry please contact:
Professor Ben Martin, Head of Mathematics
b.martin@abdn.ac.uk
Please do not send application forms or CVs to Professor Martin.
Please quote reference number NCS172A on all correspondence
The University pursues a policy of equal opportunities in the appointment and promotion of staff.
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