Faculty Position in Pure Mathematics

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 2026 (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.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit: www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/53388

You will need to upload a full curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, list of publications, and the contact details, including an email address of three academic referees. Please ensure that 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 to 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 LF47813@maths.cam.ac.uk.

Interviews will provisionally take place between 2^th February and 17^th February 2026.

Please quote reference LF47813 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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