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Senior Research Associate in Statistics

Full-Time 39105 - 45163 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

Senior Research Associate in Statistics

School of Mathematical Sciences
Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: £39,105 to £45,163 (Full time, Fixed-Term)
Closing Date: Friday 07 February 2025
Interview Date: Monday 17 February 2025
Reference: 0037-25

We invite applications for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate position to join an exciting opportunity based in the School of Mathematical Sciences at Lancaster University. This position focuses on the development and application of statistical methods to support the reduction of end user energy demand, with particular focus on the analysis of time series, collected in real time.

The post is offered for a 6 month period, and we seek a researcher who has experience of developing novel methodology inspired by, and feeding back into, real world challenge.

You should have, or be close to completing, a PhD in Statistics or a closely related discipline, or equivalent experience. Throughout, you should have demonstrated an ability to develop new methods or theory, together with associated computation, in a related area of statistical inference and decision. You will also have shown a demonstrable ability to produce academic writing of the highest publishable quality.

This is a full-time position, though we will consider applicants requesting part-time or other flexible working arrangements. We welcome applications from people in all diversity groups.

Candidates who are considering making an application are strongly encouraged to contact Idris Eckley (i.eckley@lancaster.ac.uk).

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Please note: unless specified otherwise in the advert, all advertised roles are UK based.

The University recognises and celebrates good employment practice undertaken to address all inequality in higher education whilst promoting the importance and wellbeing for all our colleagues.

We warmly welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their age, religion, gender identity or expression, race, disability or sexual orientation, and are committed to promoting diversity, and equality of opportunity.

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Lancaster University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration within the School of Mathematical Sciences. With a strong commitment to diversity and employee wellbeing, the university provides ample opportunities for professional growth and development, making it an ideal environment for researchers passionate about applying their skills to real-world challenges in energy demand reduction.