DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS CHAIR IN STATISTICS Ref A023 CHAIR IN APPLIED OR SOCIAL STATISTICS Ref A024 LECTURESHIP IN PURE MATHS Ref A025 LECTURESHIP IN APPLIED STATISTICS Ref A026 Salary: Chairs: Professorial (£55,620 minimum) Lectureships: £30,013-£33,780 For the Statistics posts we are seeking applications from candidates who are committed to research in any area of statistical theory and methodology that reinforces the current areas of Departmental research strengths. The Pure Mathematics Section is seeking to build strength in Algebra to complement its existing group in Analysis. All candidates should also have the potential to contribute significantly to the Department’s teaching portfolio and to supervise PhD students and research associates. Professorial candidates should have an international research reputation. The historic city of Lancaster provides an attractive environment near to the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. Lancaster University carries an international reputation for quality within Higher Education. Informal enquiries for all posts can be made to: Professor Gordon Blower [log in to unmask] General information about the Department can be found at: http://www.maths.lancs.ac.uk Closing date for applications: 27th May 2008 for the Lectureships; 29th May 2008 for the Chairs. To apply or receive further information please visit our website www.lancs.ac.uk/hr/jobs or telephone Human Resources quoting the appropriate reference on (01524) 846549 (answerphone).