Assistant/Associate Professor in Mathematics
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Overview of the department
The core mission of the School of Mathematical Sciences is to engage in research in the Mathematical Sciences (including publishing research in high quality international peer-reviewed journals and supervising graduate research students), to provide mathematical education of the highest standard that is appropriate to the needs of DCU’s diverse student body, and to promote an awareness and appreciation of mathematics and its applications to other areas.
The School offers undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in Actuarial Mathematics, Financial Mathematics, Mathematics Teacher Education, and Astrophysics and Relativity, in addition to service Mathematics courses across all five Faculties of the University.
The School has a broad research profile in the Mathematical Sciences, with research carried out in five main areas: Algebra and Geometry, Analysis and Probability, Financial and Actuarial Mathematics, Mathematics Education, and Relativity and Astrophysics (see https://www.dcu.ie/maths/research-mathematical-sciences-1).
Role Profile
The School of Mathematical Sciences in Dublin City University seeks to recruit an Assistant Professor in Algebra or Discrete Mathematics to develop and expand its research and teaching activities in this area. Appointment at the Associate Professor level may be possible for exceptionally qualified candidates. Applicants must hold a PhD in Mathematics. They must have a record of original, high-impact research supported by publications in top international journals or, depending on their career stage, show exceptional promise in this regard. Applications are invited from candidates working in the broad areas of Algebra and Discrete Mathematics (including but not limited to the areas of Combinatorics, Linear & Multilinear Algebra, Matrix Theory, Statistics, Optimization, Control Theory, Operations Research and Game Theory) and, in particular, applications of these areas. They must also have experience of teaching Mathematics effectively at university level. Commitment to securing external research funding is essential. The successful candidate will contribute to all aspects of the work of the School - research, teaching and service.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not restricted to, the following:
Research and Scholarship
The successful candidate will:
* Carry out high-quality research in Mathematics;
* Engage with research agencies and other bodies, including those from industry and enterprise, to generate external research funding;
* Recruit and supervise/mentor postgraduate research students and postdoctoral fellows;
* Disseminate their research by publishing to the highest international standard and by presenting their work at relevant conferences and seminars;
* Have clearly articulated research interests and plans, as well as a funding strategy, which dovetail with the School’s current research priorities;
* Contribute to their discipline by undertaking refereeing, conference organisation, committee duties and/or other service roles.
Teaching and Learning
The successful candidate will:
* Prepare, deliver and assess modules in a manner consistent with DCU’s high academic standards;
* Use a range of teaching and assessment methodologies appropriate to the needs of the different cohorts of students in DCU;
* Develop their teaching practice by engaging with professional development opportunities within the University, and/or through other means;
* Carry out to a high standard all relevant administrative duties associated with teaching and assessment, and engage effectively with stakeholders within the University, including in relation to the School’s service teaching brief;
* Work proactively to enhance and enrich existing modules and programmes, and contribute to the design and development of new modules and programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and in relation to professional development courses;
* Provide project supervision for undergraduate students and taught postgraduate students.
Service and Contribution to the University and Society
The successful candidate will:
* Contribute proactively to relevant School, Faculty and University committees, working groups and meetings;
* Undertake administrative roles and duties within the School to a high standard;
* Represent the School in activities such as outreach, marketing and recruitment of students;
* Undertake placement visits and assessments under the University’s INTRA (work placement) and/or School Placement programmes;
* Engage in external academic, enterprise, professional, public sector and community activities to enhance the reputation and impact of the School.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential Criteria (all applicants)
* Applicants must hold a PhD in Mathematics or a closely related area (e.g. Statistics, Applied Mathematics).
* Applicants must have teaching experience at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level. They should be able to demonstrate evidence of their commitment to developing their practice in teaching and assessing university level mathematics.
* Applicants must have a strong research track record (in the broad areas of Algebra and Discrete Mathematics, as described in the Job Details), including a strong publication profile, commensurate with their career stage.
* Applicants must demonstrate their capacity to establish an independent research programme and to develop an external funding strategy. For consideration at Associate Professor level, applicants must have a proven track record of attracting such funding.
* Applicants must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, along with evidence of successful teamwork and a collaborative and collegial approach.
In addition, for consideration at Associate Professor grade:
* Applicants must have an extensive portfolio of internationally competitive research, with a track record of productivity in terms of research output and funding success.
* Applicants must have experience of research supervision at PhD level.
* Applicants must show evidence of their leadership and organisational skills appropriate to the Associate Professor grade, in teaching, research and administration.
Desirable Criteria (all applicants)
* Experience in postgraduate research supervision, or in the supervision of undergraduate or taught postgraduate projects.
* Experience in module or programme development.
* Experience in developing effective student-centred teaching and assessment practices, including (but not limited to) applications of digital and other technologies, including AI.
* Experience in liaising with external stakeholders, including accrediting bodies, professional bodies and representatives from industry and (social) enterprise.
* Experience in effectively carrying out administrative and service roles in university or other settings.
* Experience in promoting mathematics to external audiences, including outreach and marketing and recruitment activities.
The postholder will be required to undertake the following essential compliance training: Orientation, Health & Safety, Data Protection (GDPR) and all Cyber Security Awareness Training. Other training may need to be undertaken when required.
Salary Scale:
Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.
Remote Working Policy
From the 1st of November 2024, DCU will operate its newly agreed Remote Working Policy. Employees may be approved for up to 2 days of remote working per week (or an appropriate pro rata amount for those part time). Any remote working arrangement will be reflective of the predominant on-campus working environment and the core University value of 'Student Focused'. Employees will be based on campus for the majority of their working week to ensure a sustained on campus engagement and experience. The terms of the remote working policy will apply.
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Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:
Prof Brien Nolan, School of Mathematical Sciences, Dublin City University.
Phone + 353 (0)1 7005778 Email: brien.nolan@dcu.ie
Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.
Application Procedure:
Please submit your application through the online system at www.dcu.ie/people/jobs, in order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload:
2) Cover Letter. Applicants who wish to be considered only for appointment at Associate Professor level should indicate this in their cover letter, and should address how they meet the essential criteria specific to the Associate Professor grade.
3) Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy).
Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed.
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