Assistant Professor in Mathematics
1 month ago
The Department of Mathematics wishes to appoint a fixed-term Assistant Professor to cover the learning and teaching commitments of a staff member who has been awarded a research fellowship. This new Teaching and Scholarship (T&S) staff member will be expected to add to the successful T&S team already active in MACS, and to take on the responsibility of delivery, assessment and development of Mathematics courses.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of Mathematics, the post holder will be required to:
- develop and deliver high quality teaching in the mathematical sciences
- develop and roll out efficient assessment
- to contribute fully to global teaching teams
- develop technology-enhanced learning principles and practices, and incorporate these into practical teaching
- engage in research and scholarship
- carry out such administrative and promotional activities as may be required to achieve the above aims
- to take on pastoral roles towards students, including as a personal tutor
Education, Qualifications and Experience
To be considered for the role the candidate must have, or be in the final stages of obtaining, a PhD in the mathematical sciences or mathematics education. They must also have relevant experience or potential in teaching mathematics and the development of pedagogy-inspired teaching methods. The Department has a strong collaborative ethos, and the successful candidate will have the drive and commitment to contribute to and develop our global teaching programme.
Essential Criteria
- A PhD in mathematical sciences (or be in the final stages of completing a PhD)
- Experience in teaching mathematics and developing pedagogy-inspired teaching methods
- Potential to provide leadership in the planning, organisation and development of learning and teaching activities in Mathematics
- The skills to supervise undergraduate and MSc projects
- Good interpersonal and teamwork skills
- The enthusiasm and ambition to contribute to a world-class academic community
Desirable Criteria
- Track-record of excellent research and high quality publications
- Experience in a pastoral role towards undergraduates
- Experience in technology-enhanced learning methods
How to Apply
Interested applicants must submit via the Heriot-Watt on-line recruitment system in a single pdf
- cover letter describing their interest and suitability for the post;
- a full CV
- A summary of their teaching and research experience and plans
- a list of publications.
Informal enquiries may be made to: Prof. Lehel Banjai, Head of Mathematics,
Applications can be submitted until midnight on 20th August
Interviews are expected to commence week commencing 2nd September
£36,023 to £45,585 per annum
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