Chapman Fellow in Mathematics (Pure Mathematics Section)

Location: South Kensington - hybrid

About the role:

Applications are invited for one or more Chapman Fellowships in Pure Mathematics within the Pure Mathematics Section of the Department of Mathematics, commencing September 2027. These will be for a fixed term of 3 years. The posts provide an excellent opportunity for those seeking to pursue an academic career in Pure Mathematics.

What you would be doing:

You will produce independent and original research in Pure Mathematics within the Department of Mathematics, submit publications to leading refereed journals, and help with teaching and administration. You will be expected to undertake a self-directed program of research and scholarship and to play a role in the national and international Mathematics community, in addition to teaching students at undergraduate level. You will also take a role in MSc teaching and project supervision, as appropriate.

What we are looking for:

• A track record of research in Pure Mathematics (interpreted broadly) of the highest level.  
• Drive to engage actively with Imperial’s thriving ecosystem of seminars, conferences and other events.
• Background and motivation for undergraduate teaching and also to teach on one of the leading MSc programmes in the field and to supervise MSc theses, as appropriate.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• Build your profile in the international research community by becoming an active part of one of the leading research groups in Pure Mathematics, pursuing research of the highest level across the whole breadth of the field.
• Grow your career: Gain access to Imperial’s sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes).

Further Information

Positions are available for a fixed duration of 3 years.

*Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant within the salary range £45,399 - £48,876 per annum.

In addition to completing the online application, candidates should upload following documents:

• A full CV
• Cover letter
• Research Statement
• Teaching Statement
• List of publications

If you have any queries about the posts, please contact the relevant section coordinator:

Prof Steven Sivek ([email protected] ), or

Chair of the Chapman Fellowship panels, Professor Alastair Young  ([email protected] ).

You may also want to contact somebody in the department whose research is close to yours. 

Closing date: 29 October 2026

Interview dates: January 2027