Departmental Lecturer in Mathematical and Computational Finance
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 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Role Overview
As a 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.
Responsibilities
You will play a key role in contributing to the teaching and administration of the Research Group; most teaching and supervision will be for graduate programmes but some undergraduate teaching may also be required. Details of all courses can be found at The post holder will also be expected to lead independent research projects and supervise MSc dissertations.
Equality and Diversity
We proudly hold a departmental Athena SWAN Silver Award and an institutional Race Equality Charter Bronze Award.
Application Process
Applicants are responsible for asking two referees to send their reference letters directly to by the closing date. Full details are contained in the job description).
Only applications received before 12:00 noon UK time on 6 July 2026 can be considered.
Please direct informal enquiries to the HR Administrator via , quoting vacancy reference 186822.
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