About us
UCL, one of the world’s leading universities, is a modern, outward-looking institution based in central London. Founded in 1826 with a radical and socially engaged ethos, it continues to combine academic excellence with a commitment to society. Its strengths span all disciplines from one of Europe’s largest biomedical science hubs to world-renowned centres for architecture (UCL Bartlett) and fine art (UCL Slade School). Though formally a college within the University of London, UCL operates independently with an annual turnover exceeding £800 million.
About the role
Applications are invited for a permanent full-time Associate Professor position. The post is available from 1st March 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter. Salary will be UCL Grade 9, Point 47-50, which is £69,660-£75,660 per annum inclusive of London Allowance. The responsibilities of the post will include: producing world leading research in Operational Research applied to healthcare; fostering and establishing collaborative partnerships with healthcare organisations; teaching courses at undergraduate and graduate level; supervising MSc project students; supervising PhD students; contributing meaningfully to administrative tasks allocated by the Director of CORU and the Head of Department.
About you
A successful candidate will possess the following;
- PhD or equivalent qualification in one of mathematics, operational research or related discipline
- A strong record of international research excellence and publishing in the field of operational research or related discipline
- A record of attracting external funding to support research activity
- Experience of applying research to real-world applications
- An outstanding candidate will demonstrate the following;
- Experience of leading research projects in operational research or related discipline
- Experience conducting research relevant to health care
- Experience of successful funding applications to NIHR, EPSRC, Health Foundation or MRC
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits including 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days).
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.
Our department holds an Athena Swan Silver award in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.
