In early 2010 the African Institute of Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) founding Director Prof. Fritz Hahne is due to retire.  AIMS is currently soliciting curriculam vitae to fill the position.  The appointment will be on a five-year contract basis.  The closing date for applications is April 30, 2009.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the proper functioning of the academic programmes, including selection of students, the structure of the curriculum, and the selection of courses and lecturers
• the full strategic and operational functioning and growth of the AIMS Institute in Muizenberg
• developing, renewing and achieving the goals of the AIMS project as it expands, in partnership with the AIMS Council

Requirements include:

• A doctorate in Mathematics or a related discipline
• a strong research and teaching profile
• extensive experience in the management of advanced teaching programmes and research
• an international research reputation and connection

Learn more here.

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