Faculty Positions (Open Rank) in Financial Mathematics (2363)

Faculty Positions in Financial Mathematics

School: School of Mathematics and Physics

Department: Department of Financial and Actuarial Mathematics

Position: Faculty [Open Rank]

Location: Suzhou, China

Contract Type: Fixed-term, renewable. 3rd contract is open-ended

ABOUT XJTLU

In 2006 Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) was created by the University of Liverpool and Xi’an Jiaotong University – a top ten university in China. Offering a unique international education experience, XJTLU brings together excellent research practice and expertise from both institutions and gives students the skills and knowledge they need to secure careers in a global marketplace.

XJTLU now has over 25,000 enrolled students in both Suzhou and Liverpool in the UK, with plans to grow to about 28,000 students by 2025. There are currently about 2,000 staff, among which about 1,000 academic staff, with an almost even split between citizens of the People’s Republic of China and international passport holders. XJTLU offers our undergraduates and postgraduates over 100 programmes with a diverse spectrum of courses.

XJTLU is entering a new and exciting phase of its development as part of its strategic priorities for the next ten years. Adopting a new higher education model based on the concept of Syntegrative Education (SE), XJTLU is currently opening a new Entrepreneurial Education site in Taicang, part of wider Suzhou, where the Entrepreneur College (Taicang) is located.

Other new initiatives include partnerships with Xi’an Jiaotong University, the development of four new Academies, and exploration of further locations to develop the SE model.

For detailed information about the university, please visit www.xjtlu.edu.cn.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND ACTUARIAL MATHEMATICS

The Department of Financial and Actuarial Mathematics (FAM) is devoted to education and research for undergraduate and postgraduate students in the financial and actuarial fields.

FAM is a friendly and academically inspiring hub for researchers, educators, and students in financial mathematics, actuarial science, and statistics. The department has diversified research areas with focus on financial mathematics, actuarial science, statistics, and probability, and also provides PhD programmes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct high-quality research as shown by publications in leading journals.
• Actively pursue external research funding.
• Supervise PhD, Master, and undergraduate student projects.
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate students in English.
• Contribute to the functioning of the department and school.

The successful candidate will deliver lectures and tutorials in areas such as financial mathematics, quantitative finance, risk quantification, financial risk management, machine learning/AI in finance, or related areas. They will supervise students and contribute to service and administration.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCES

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and able to motivate others
• Effective communication skills
• Strong team player
• Proactive and flexible
• Able to work in an environment valuing diversity and inclusiveness

Essential Qualifications/Experience

• PhD degree from a reputable doctoral program
• For early career candidates: promising research and teaching potential
• For Associate Professor: strong teaching record, international research profile, successful research funding record
• Fluency in English

Desirable Qualifications/Experience

• Experience conducting research with national-level research funds
• Experience in academic programme design and development
• Experience supervising PhD students
• International professional qualifications/memberships in finance or insurance

CITIZENSHIP AND VISA REGULATIONS

Employment must comply with Chinese Labour Laws and provincial regulations. Candidates over 65 may not be eligible for a work visa.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

• Clear career development path with annual review
• Professional development training provided

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary: Competitive in the global market.

Benefits

• Allowances: housing, travel, kids’ education, relocation, etc.
• Commercial insurance: international plans for staff and family
• Paid holidays:
  • Statutory Holidays (11 days)
  • Annual Leave (36 days)
  • Family Matters Leave
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Marriage Leave
  • Paternity Leave
  • Parental Leave
• Working visa and residence permit: sponsored by XJTLU

Research Funding Support

New faculty receive Research Development Fund and Research Engagement Fund. The university supports applications to national, provincial, and city-level programmes.

• Outstanding Youth Science Foundation Project (Overseas): RMB 1–3 Million
• Innovation Leading Talent: up to RMB 2 Million
• Outstanding Leading Talent of International Discipline: 50% of Annual Package
• Young Leading Talent of International Discipline: 50% of Annual Package

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your application via:

https://career15.sapsf.cn/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=2363&company=xjtlu

Applications must be a single PDF including:

• A cover letter
• A current CV (with date of birth, citizenship, highest degree)
• Three reference letters (two research, one teaching)

Contact: Prof. Conghua Wen — [email protected]
Informal enquiries: HR — [email protected]