To further strengthen our research and teaching portfolio, the department wishes to appoint a Chair in Social Statistics/Quantitative Social Science. This is appointment will be available from 1 September 2021.
Applicants must have an internationally recognised research and publications record innovations in quantitative methodology, the application of cutting-edge statistical methods in social contexts, and the analysis of complexities in social data . Applicants should also have a clear, well-developed and viable strategy for applying for external research funding, as and where appropriate.
Applicants must have established an international reputation in Social Statistics or Quantitative Social Science, supported by a strong record of published research output and a wider record of achievement. Applicants with specializations across Quantitative Social Science are invited, but specializations and approaches that build on strengths of the department of Social Statistics are particularly welcome. This includes research on survey methods, measurement error, demographic methods, causal inference, health and wellbeing, social inequalities and social network analysis. Applicants should also have a clear, well-developed and viable strategy for applying for external research funding, as and where appropriate.
Blended working arrangements may be considered
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Professor Natalie Shlomo
Email: Natalie.Shlomo@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: hrservices@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
Email: universityofmanchester@helpmeapply.co.uk
Tel: 0161 850 2004
This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
