Professor of Analytics in Finance and FinTech

Position Overview
The University of Strathclyde in Glasgow invites applications for a full-time Professor of Analytics. This role is supported by the UK Research and Innovation Global Talent Fund. It is a rare and career-defining opportunity. The post is open to leading international researchers who want to shape the future of data, analytics, and applied artificial intelligence. Do you enjoy turning complex data into real-world impact? This role is built for that purpose.

About the Role
The Professor of Analytics will lead high-impact research in data-driven methods and advanced analytics. The role has a strong focus on financial services and financial technology. Glasgow is a major UK hub for banking, fintech, and data innovation. Global firms like Barclays, HSBC, JP Morgan, Lloyds Banking Group, and Morgan Stanley have a strong presence here. You will work across disciplines and collaborate with industry, government, and academic partners. The goal is simple. Create research that matters and that changes practice.

Research and Impact Focus
This position supports bold research at the edge of analytics, big data, and artificial intelligence. The successful candidate will turn theory into action. You will secure external research funding and lead large projects. You will help build tools, methods, and insights that industry can use. You will also mentor early-career researchers and PhD students. Can your work improve how finance and technology serve society? Strathclyde wants to help you do that.

Why Join the University of Strathclyde
Strathclyde is a global, research-led university known for impact. The culture is open, practical, and collaborative. Researchers work closely with industry and public partners. You will have access to strong research facilities and cross-faculty networks. The university values real-world outcomes, not research that stays on paper.

UKRI Global Talent Fund Benefits
This role is funded through the UKRI Global Talent Fund, a highly competitive national program. Benefits include a permanent academic appointment starting in 2025 or 2026, dedicated research funding aligned with national priorities, a competitive salary and benefits package, relocation support for you and your family, visa sponsorship including the Global Talent visa, and structured career development through mentoring and peer networks.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The University of Strathclyde values fairness and inclusion. Applications are welcome from candidates of all backgrounds. The university actively supports diversity across gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background. Everyone deserves the chance to thrive.

Eligibility and Relocation Requirement
This role is open only to international researchers. Applicants must not have lived in the UK during the 24 months before the grant start date. Applicants must not be employed by a UK-based organization or its overseas campus. The successful candidate must relocate to the United Kingdom or the Common Travel Area. Most research time must be spent physically based in the UK.

Application Details and Informal Enquiries
Position type is full-time. Category is Finance and Analytics. Application deadline is 01 July 2026. Informal enquiries can be directed to Professor Mark Cummins, Professor of Financial Technology, at mark.cummins@strath.ac.uk.

Full details are available on the University of Strathclyde careers website.

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