[Job-offers-cs] University Teacher in Operational Research and Data Science in the School of Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh

[Pekka Orponen]

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Subject: [DMANET] University Teacher in Operational Research and Data 
Science in the School of Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh
Date: Mon, 4 Mar 2019 10:14:17 +0000
From: KALCSICS Joerg <Joerg.Kalcsics at ed.ac.uk>
To: 'dmanet at zpr.uni-koeln.de' (dmanet at zpr.uni-koeln.de) 
<dmanet at zpr.uni-koeln.de>

The School of Mathematics is seeking to appoint a University Teacher in 
Operational Research (OR) and Data Science. This is a fixed-term 
position, focusing mainly on teaching across a range of OR and 
Optimization courses, but with opportunities to take part in the world 
class research activities in our School.

The duties allocated will be dependent on the expertise of the appointee 
and will include delivering effective teaching to undergraduate and/or 
taught postgraduate programmes. The role will also include the 
supervision of student projects and involvement in assessment of 
students, helping to develop courses and programmes, possibly online 
where this is appropriate, and teaching related administration. The 
School takes career development seriously: we will mentor the postholder 
to develop key skills and experiences in teaching and learning and 
support participation in the Edinburgh Teaching Award, which leads to a 
Higher Education Academy Fellowship.

A PhD in Operational Research or Optimization (or closely related 
discipline) and experience of teaching these topics at University level 
is essential, as well as the ability to demonstrate effective team 
working, communication and interpersonal skills.

The post is available at a mutually agreed date from 1 June 2019, fixed 
term until 31 Aug 2021.

Informal enquiries can be made by contacting: Professor Iain Gordon 
(i.gordon at ed.ac.uk<mailto:i.gordon at ed.ac.uk>)

Salary Scale: £33,199 - £39,609 per annum.

The University of Edinburgh promotes equality and diversity. We strive 
for a family-friendly School of 
Mathematics<https://www.maths.ed.ac.uk/sites/default/files/atoms/files/familyfriendlypolicies.pdf>. 
The School holds a Bronze Athena SWAN award and supports the London 
Mathematical Society Good Practice Scheme.

All applicants should apply online at 
https://www.vacancies.ed.ac.uk/pls/corehrrecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.display_form
Please attach your curriculum vitae and a brief document outlining your 
teaching experience and your approach to teaching.

Closing date for applications is Monday 1 April 2019 at 5pm (GMT).


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Joerg Kalcsics
Lecturer in Operational Research
Programme Director OR MSc
School of Mathematics
University of Edinburgh

James Clerk Maxwell Building
Peter Guthrie Tait Road
Edinburgh, EH9 3FD, UK

Room: 6226
Phone: +44 (0)131 650 5953
Email: joerg.kalcsics at ed.ac.uk<mailto:joerg.kalcsics at ed.ac.uk>
Web: http://www.maths.ed.ac.uk/people/show?person=450

The University of Edinburgh is a charitable body, registered in 
Scotland, with registration number SC005336.