Chair of Statistics at the University of Glasgow, UK

University of GlasgowSchool of Mathematics & StatisticsCHAIR OF STATISTICSREF: 00025-7 The University of Glasgow, established in 1451, is a member of the UK'sRussell Group of leading universities. The University is committed toenhancing its position as one of the world's great, broad-based,research-intensive universities. Central to our strategic development plan,'Glasgow 2020: A Global Vision', the University has created 23 seniorpositions in the newly established Colleges of Science & Engineering,Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences, and Arts. Some of these positions willcross traditional subject boundaries to lead cross-College themes includingenergy, biomedical engineering, health & wellbeing and medical humanities. The Chair of Statistics, established in 1966, will become vacant on theretirement of Professor Michael Titterington in the summer of 2011. Thesuccessful applicant will be an established scholar with an outstandinginternational reputation, have a profile of world-leading research inStatistical Methodology, have proven excellence in attracting competitiveresearch funding, and the ability to innovate and lead change across allaspects of research and learning. Informal enquiries may be directed to the Head of School, Professor NicholasHill ((44) 141 330 5176, hos@maths-stats.gla.ac.uk) or to the Head of Statistics, Professor JohnMcColl ((44) 141 330 4749, John.McColl@glasgow.ac.uk). Information about the Statistics group and itsresearch is available from the School website atwww.gla.ac.uk/schools/mathematicsstatistics/ Apply online at www.glasgow.ac.uk/jobsIf you are unable to apply online, contact us on (44) 141 330 3898 for anapplication pack, quoting reference 00025-7. Closing date: 12th April 2011. The University is committed to equality of opportunity in employment. The University of Glasgow, charity number SC004401.