University Assistant/Associate Professor in the Mathematics of Information

Applications are invited for a University Assistant/Associate Professorship in the Mathematics of Information, to be held in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP) to commence in September 2026 or shortly thereafter. Candidates should hold a PhD or equivalent and be able to demonstrate an outstanding research track record in the area of Mathematics of Information, broadly interpreted.

Applications are particularly encouraged from those with an innovative and ambitious research agenda that would complement and extend DAMTP's strengths in Mathematical Imaging. They will be expected to investigate new areas of research, seek out new funding opportunities, and submit grant applications. Moreover, they will be required to write papers for publication, attend conferences, network with national and international colleagues and give presentations.

An ability to contribute substantially to teaching in the Mathematical Tripos is essential and perform other usual departmental duties such as those associated with examinations. The appointed candidate will also be expected to be able to contribute to masters-level teaching, ideally including our MPhil in Data Intensive Science.

Appointment will be made at an appropriate point on the scale for University Assistant or Associate Professors. Appointment as Associate Professor will typically require a demonstrable history of exceptional achievement.

How to Apply

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above. 

Please ensure that in the Upload section of the online application you provide: 

• A cover letter (1-2 Pages) addressing the Assistant or Associate Professor person specification and your relevant experience.
• A document containing your Curriculum Vitae (CV), research publications list, and a brief narrative (300 words maximum per output) on each of the three outputs you consider most significant. The Departments are committed to the responsible use of bibliometrics; applicants are asked not to include raw citation counts, Journal Impact Factors, the H-index or similar metrics in their applications.
• A statement of research of no more than two pages, outlining your current and future research plans, with an emphasis on how these fit within the current research profile of the Department.
• A statement of teaching of no more than two pages, focusing on your teaching experience and interests, and how you will ensure that your teaching is effective for all students. Please consider both undergraduate and masters-level teaching.
• Contact details including an email address of three academic referees. Please ensure that your referees are aware that they may be contacted at any time during the recruitment process.

Informal enquiries about the position may be made to Professor Nick Dorey (DAMTP) by email: LE47875@maths.cam.ac.uk.

Please quote reference LE47875 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.

Complete applications are due by Midnight (UK Time) on 2 February 2026 Interviews will provisionally be conducted in Cambridge during the week commencing 2 March 2026.

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