Chair in Statistics University of Canterbury Christchurch, New Zealand Applications are invited for a full Professorship in Statistics in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. This chair will complement the two existing chairs in the Department (in Pure and Applied Mathematics). Applications may be from any field of applied or theoretical statistics. Applicants with proven record in applied probability will also be considered. The University is seeking a scholar with significant achievements and initiatives in both research and teaching. Administrative experience and the ability to attract research/consultancy funding are highly desirable. The appointee will have strong leadership qualities and experience in the supervision of doctoral students. Applications, quoting the vacancy number MT205W must be received by 6 July 2001 and should be addressed to: The Human Resources Department, University of Canterbury, Private Bag 4800, Christchurch New Zealand. For more information please look at the web page: http://www.canterbury.ac.nz/hr/vc/currentacademicvacancies.htm -- Marco Reale Mathematics and Statistics Dept. Tel. +64 (0)3 3642987 ext.7681 University of Canterbury Fax +64 (0)3 3642587 Private Bag 4800 Christchurch, New Zealand