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University of St Andrews, Mathematics and Statistics

Position ID:
2653-PROF [#28581]
Position Title:
Regius Professor of Mathematics
Position Type:
Tenured & Senior faculty
Position Location:
St Andrews, United Kingdom KY16 9SS, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Subject Area:
Mathematical Sciences
Appl Deadline:
2026/09/24 23:59:59 (posted 2026/07/06, listed until 2026/09/24)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

A Regius Professor of Mathematics is due to be appointed by His Majesty the King at the University of St Andrews. This prestigious chair was established in 1668, and the first holder was James Gregory.

The Regius Professor of Mathematics will have an outstanding track record of research and academic achievement in any of the key areas of mathematical sciences. The ability to lead the strategic development of mathematical sciences in St Andrews, and to represent the School of Mathematics and Statistics prominently within the UK and internationally are essential. We expect the appointment to expand our existing research portfolio in a significant way, with the possibility of forming a new research group, but synergies with the current expertise would be welcome.

Further information and informal enquiries about this post may be directed to the Head of School, Professor Antonia Wilmot-Smith (mathshos@st-andrews.ac.uk) or the Head of Pure Mathematics, Professor Colva Roney-Dougal (Colva.Roney-Dougal@st-andrews.ac.uk) or the Gregory Chair, Professor Mark Chaplain (majc@st-andrews.ac.uk).

St Andrews offers more than just a place to work. It is a place to belong. We value collegiality, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we are committed to creating a workplace where staff can thrive and perform at their best.

We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions backgrounds and from LGBTQ+ and disabled people.

We are not accepting applications for this job through MathJobs.Org right now. Please apply at https://www.vacancies.st-andrews.ac.uk/Vacancies/W/1116/0/470639/889/regius-professor-of-mathematics-ac2380 external link.
Contact: Professor Antonia Wilmot-Smith
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School of Mathematics and Statistics
University of St Andrews
Mathematical Institute
North Haugh
St Andrews
KY16 9SS
Web Page: https://www.vacancies.st-andrews.ac.uk/Vacancies/W/1116/0/470639/889/regius-professor-of-mathematics-ac2380