Vacancy: Professor of Applied Mathematics, University of Limerick
TITLE OF POST: Professor of Applied Mathematics.
LOCATION: University of Limerick
SALARY SCALE: €114,740 – €140,961 p.a.
JOB DESCRIPTION
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Doctoral degree (level 10NFQ) in a relevant discipline
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Teaching, research and academic leadership in Applied Mathematics.
DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking to appoint a Professor of Applied Mathematics in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. This department is responsible for teaching at all levels across the University and also has a thriving research programme. In November 2015 the department was granted an Athena SWAN Bronze award, reflecting its commitment to addressing gender equality.
Applications are invited from leading researchers in any of the following subfields of Applied Mathematics: mechanics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, mathematical geophysics, complex networks, numerical analysis, mathematical biology, game theory, probability theory and systems theory.
A commitment to collaborative research with departments and research centres across the University of Limerick is desirable. The Mathematics Applications Consortium for Science and Industry (MACSI) is a research centre based in the department which applies mathematics to diverse real-world problems. Recent examples of MACSI projects include the modelling of moisture absorption on a silicon chip, information diffusion on Twitter-like networks, and valve wear in an alumina refinery. MACSI also works closely with research centres within UL, such as the new smart manufacturing SFI funded centre Confirm, the Dairy Processing Technology Centre (DPTC), the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technology Centre (PMTC) and the Synthesis and Solid State Pharmaceutical Centre (SSPC). Other collaborative opportunities within the University include the Bernal Institute, Lero and health-related departments. Further application areas of interest to the University are outlined in its strategic plan, Broadening Horizons 2015-19.
Research areas of particular strength in the department include mathematical modelling, fluid mechanics, complex systems, differential equations, numerical analysis, inverse problems, optimisation, stochastic dynamics, financial mathematics and statistics.
The successful candidate will have a doctoral degree (level 10NFQ) in a relevant discipline, an international research reputation and a significant publication record. A record of achieving research funding and leading a research group is desirable, as is experience of working in collaborative and interdisciplinary projects. The successful candidate should also demonstrate interest and experience in teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Essential Criteria:
- Doctoral degree (level 10NFQ) in a relevant discipline
- Post doctoral experience in research, industry or academia
- A significant track record in research and publication in a relevant area of Applied Mathematics
- Submission of a statement of research plans (maximum 2 pages) and a statement of teaching experience and interests (maximum 2 pages)
Desirable Criteria:
- A commitment to collaborative research with departments and research centres across the University, in particular MACSI
- Experience in teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate levels
- A record of obtaining competitive research funding
- Evidence of academic leadership in Applied Mathematics
- A track record of academic/industrial collaboration and/or realising industry funding
Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:
Dr Sarah Mitchell
Head
Department of Mathematics & Statistics
University of Limerick
Email: sarah.mitchell@ul.ie
Apply via the HR website http://www.ul.ie/hrvacancies/