Assistant Professor Data Science / Statistics, University of Bristol, Mumbai

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About The University Of Bristol

The University of Bristol's Mumbai campus is an innovative extension of its prestigious UK counterpart, established to promote academic excellence, global collaboration, and impactful industry engagement in one of the world's most dynamic financial hubs. The campus offers a truly international and cross-cultural academic environment, combining the University's rigorous academic traditions with the fast-evolving Indian and South Asian business landscape.

As part of a growing global network, the Mumbai campus serves as a hub for interdisciplinary learning, applied research, and thought leadership. Faculty members enjoy access to global partnerships, collaborative research opportunities, and the ability to contribute to high-impact academic programmes that prepare students to meet the challenges of an interconnected world.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and accomplished Assistant Professor in Data Science / Statistics to join our growing academic team at the University's Mumbai Enterprise Campus (MEC), a flagship transnational education initiative of the University of Bristol set to open its doors in 2026, coinciding with the University's 150th anniversary.

The role will contribute to curriculum and research development, and strengthen the University's academic reputation through teaching, innovation, high-impact research, and external engagement. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver high-quality teaching, lead independent research initiatives, and support the broader academic and administrative development of the department. The role will report to the Professor / Associate Professor and have dotted lines reporting and collaboration to a senior academic in Head of School of Mathematics in the Faculty of Science and Engineering (S&E). This position offers a platform for career advancement, including the potential for progression to Associate Professor based on performance and institutional contribution.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership, Culture, and Engagement

• Participate in faculty committees, academic events, student recruitment, and quality assurance processes.
• Contribute to institutional development and participating in training and capacity-building initiatives.
• Build industry and / or academic partnerships that enhance the University's visibility and engagement with external stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with Professional Services partners to deliver delegated administrative and governance duties.

Teaching

Research

Essential Criteria

Desirable Criteria

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Skills Required

Machine Learning, Data Science, mathematical statistics , Programming