Teaching Fellow in Statistics CEMS-208-23

Contract Type: Fixed Term - 11 Months - Ends 30/06/2024

Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Friday 21 April 2023  (unless otherwise stated)

The School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science is seeking to appoint a Teaching Fellow in Statistics to start on 1 August 2023 or later by agreement. The successful candidate will join our Statistics group which currently consists of 10 permanent academics. The group has a strong reputation for world-leading research, specialising in Data Science, Machine Learning and Statistical Ecology.

The Statistics group is now looking for outstanding teachers who would like to further develop our world-class educational environment within our friendly and supportive community. The post holder will be expected to make a strong contribution to teaching and to the operation of SMSAS, and will be expected to participate in the delivery of all our existing programmes. 

As a Teaching Fellow you will:

• Deliver teaching to achieve the highest standards of student experience in a variety of settings from small tutorial groups to large lectures. 
• Set and mark assessments and examinations, providing timely feedback to students in a way that helps them develop their knowledge and skills. 
• Collaborate with academic colleagues on course delivery, development and curriculum changes.
• Provide pastoral support to students. 

To be successful in this role you will have:

• PhD (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline by the starting date.
• A relevant teaching qualification (such as a PGCHE).
• Sufficient breadth or depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established teaching programmes.
• The ability to engage the interest and enthusiasm of students and inspire them to learn.

Please see the links below to view the full job description and also to apply for this post.  If you require further information regarding the application process please contact cemshr@kent.ac.uk quoting ref number CEMS-208-23.

Further details:   

Please note that we prioritise applications from current University of Kent redeployees. We will let you know if this post is to be filled by a redeployee as, in this instance, your application will unfortunately not be taken forward.

Applications must be made via the University’s online application system; CVs or details sent directly to the department or via email cannot be considered.

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