The Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics at the University of Cambridge is seeking to recruit two new Faculty members who can contribute to research and teaching in Pure Mathematics from September 2027 (or by agreement).
Appointments will be made at Assistant Professor (Grade 9), which, subject to satisfactory completion of a probationary period (3-5 years), leads to a tenured position.
Candidates should hold a PhD or equivalent in Mathematics or a closely related subject. The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong track record of research excellence and will be able to lecture on a range of courses in Pure Mathematics at undergraduate and masters-levels. They will have the ability, or potential, to secure research funding to support their research vision and build a network of collaborators. The post-holder will be part of a world-leading department with strong interdisciplinary connections within Cambridge, the UK, and internationally.
The University of Cambridge has been ranked in the top 5 for Mathematics in the QS World Rankings for each of the last 5 years. The Mathematics departments occupy a modern, purpose-built campus, also incorporating the Isaac Newton Institute. As well as relocation costs, start-up packages (up to 3 years) are provided to assist the post-holder in establishing their research in Cambridge. Regular sabbatical leave entitlement enables the Faculty to focus on research and scholarship.
For further information, please see the Further Particulars.
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You will need to upload a full curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, list of publications (indicating your view of your strongest publications and preprints, up to a maximum of six), and the contact details, including email addresses, of three academic referees. Please ensure your referees are aware that they will be contacted at any time during the process by the Mathematics HR Office Administrator to request that they upload a reference for you via our Web Recruitment System and please encourage them to do so promptly.
Informal enquiries can be directed to Professor Ivan Smith, Head of Department, at LF51682@maths.cam.ac.uk.
Closing date for applications is 10 December 2026 at midnight (UK time). References will be contacted promptly upon receipt of an application, and all reference letters must be submitted by 17 December 2026.
Interviews will provisionally take place between 01 February and 12 February 2027.
Please quote reference LF51682 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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