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The Mathematical Institute and Department of Statistics are internationally renowned departments which work closely together and deliver joint undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Our mathematical research, impact and environment have twice been ranked first in the UK, in the 2021 and 2014 Research Excellence Framework exercises, a government review of research in all UK universities. The two departments are committed both to academic excellence and the opportunity to study for all enthusiastic and gifted prospective undergraduates.

We are inviting applications for the post of Departmental Lecturer in Mathematical and Computational Finance at the Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford, with effect from 1 September 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter. 

As Departmental Lecturer, you will engage in advanced study and academic research in applied mathematics with a focus on mathematical and computational finance, as part of the Mathematical and Computational Finance Research Group led by Professor Rama Cont.  

This role presents an exciting opportunity to join the Mathematical Institute, a thriving academic department with an outstanding reputation for its teaching and research. As Finance Officer, you will be responsible for leading the Accounts Payable, Expenses and Receivable functions of the department, including the management of two Finance Assistants.  You will report to the Deputy Finance Manager.