Lecturer in Statistics University of Canterbury, School of Mathematics and Statistics Christchurch, New Zealand

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a continuing position at the level of Lecturer (comparable to Assistant Professor in the US system) in the School of Mathematics and Statistics.

In this position, you will contribute to the vibrancy of the school's research culture and will be expected to undertake a range of teaching responsibilities, principally in statistics, from beginning undergraduate to supervising research students. Applicants with research interests in any area of statistics can apply and we particularly welcome those with an interest in econometrics or computational statistics.
You should have a Ph.D. in Statistics (or be near completion), or have an equivalent qualification.

The School of Mathematics and Statistics is a strong, forward-looking school, dedicated to excellence in teaching and research. For more about the school, please visit our website.

The successful applicant must be able to take up the position by June 2015.

The University of Canterbury is committed to promoting a world-class learning environment through research and teaching excellence and has a vision statement of 'People Prepared to Make a Difference'. You will have the opportunity to work alongside members of a diverse academic community and enrich your own professional and personal development.

For information about the range of benefits in joining UC, please visit us online.

The closing date for this position is: Thursday 23 October 2014 (NZ time)

Applications are submitted online and should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae with research publication details, a one-page statement of research and teaching interests and the names and contact details of three referees.

Should you wish to email any additional attachments or have queries in relation to the application process, please forward these to the HR/Recruitment Coordinator, Rochelle Golby, rochelle.golby@canterbury.ac.nz

Further information about this role can be obtained by contacting the Head of School, Professor Jennifer Brown, jennifer.brown@canterbury.ac.nz

Internal candidates should apply via the Careers option in Employee Self-Service. All other applicants can apply via our Careers website.
The University of Canterbury is an EEO employer and actively seeks to meet its obligation under the Treaty of Waitangi.