Assistant Professor in Actuarial Data Science (T&R)

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh
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The Department of Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, is seeking to enhance and expand its strengths in research and teaching in actuarial science and statistics by appointing an Assistant Professor in Actuarial Data Science, or a related actuarial statistics area. This is an open-ended position.


Applicants are invited from all areas of actuarial data science, particularly those with experience in statistical learning, actuarial statistics or related fields. Candidates who wish to work with the University’s multi‑disciplinary Global Research Institutes in climate change and sustainability, or healthcare, are also welcomed.


Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead, carry out, and publish internationally excellent research in actuarial data science, actuarial statistics or a related field;
  • Apply for research funding through high‑quality grant proposals or industry funding, with the goal of building a research group;
  • Undertake knowledge‑exchange activities to promote and disseminate research;
  • Carry out administrative and recruitment activities as required to achieve these aims;
  • Develop and deliver innovative teaching in statistics, actuarial science and related fields at undergraduate and postgraduate level;
  • Be responsible to the Head of Department for performing the activities listed above in a way that maintains and enhances the School’s reputation for excellence.

Education, Qualifications and Experience

  • E1. PhD in actuarial science, statistics, or a related field.
  • E2. Track‑record of high‑quality research in the areas of actuarial data science with internationally excellent publications.
  • E3. Demonstrable teaching experience related to courses in the Department, and skills to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations.
  • E4. Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
  • E5. Potential, ambition and plans to obtain research funding.
  • E6. Ability to supervise successfully PhD students.
  • D1. Track record of obtaining research funding.
  • D2. Track record of successful supervision of PhD students and/or post‑doctoral researchers.
  • D3. Potential to provide leadership in the development and implementation of research strategy and in the planning, organisation and development of learning and teaching activities in the Department.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit via the Heriot‑Watt University online recruitment system: (1) a cover letter describing their interest and suitability for the post; (2) a full CV, including a list of publications; (3) an outline of their research plans for the next few years; and (4) a one‑page summary of their teaching philosophy or approach to teaching.


Applications can be submitted until midnight on Sunday 18th of January 2026.


If you have any questions, or would like to explore whether this opportunity is right for you, you are welcome to contact the Head of Department, Professor George Streftaris at .


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