Senior Lecturer in Statistics

University College Cork

Institution: University College Cork (UCC), Ireland
Location: Cork, Ireland
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: Senior Lecturer Scale: €83,910 – €118,893 (Scale B) / €81,033 – €112,948 (Scale A)
Closing Date: 3 March 2026, 12:00 PM (Irish Local Time)
Job ID: 093833

About the Role

UCC invites applications for a Senior Lecturer in Statistics. The successful candidate will:

  • Lead and develop statistical research across the School of Mathematical Sciences.

  • Foster external partnerships and secure research funding.

  • Contribute to teaching and delivery of BSc and MSc programs.

  • Support growth in PhD enrollment and embed statistical research across UCC’s Futures Research Initiative.

  • Foster international collaboration through established partner institutions.

This role combines research leadership, teaching, and administrative responsibilities, making it pivotal to the development of statistical science at UCC.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

  • PhD or equivalent in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a closely related area such as Statistical/Machine Learning or Data Science.

  • Track record of independent research of international standing.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor research teams, PhD students, and contribute to teaching.

  • Commitment to promoting statistics across research clusters and academic programs.

Additional requirements:

  • Garda vetting or international police clearance may be required.

  • Experience in internationalization and collaboration is highly valued.

Application Process

  • Applications must be submitted online via the UCC Vacancy Portal.

  • Required documents typically include: CV, cover letter, research/teaching statement, and references.

  • Closing date: 3 March 2026, 12:00 PM (Irish Local Time).

  • Interviews may be conducted online (Microsoft Teams) or in person.

Informal inquiries:
Dr. Martin Kilian, Head of School
Email: M.Kilian@ucc.ie

Diversity & Inclusion

UCC is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, holding a Silver Athena SWAN award. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The university supports flexible working, family-friendly policies, training, and staff networks.

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