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Assistant Professor - Statistics/Data Science
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Position Information
| Job Title | Assistant Professor - Statistics/Data Science |
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| Posting Number | P0940F |
Position Summary Information
| Job Description Summary | or The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Auburn University is seeking to fill a nine-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of Statistics or Data Science to begin August 16, 2023. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an independent research program in Statistics or Data Science, interact with and contribute to interdisciplinary research at Auburn University, advise and mentor students, and have a strong commitment to high quality teaching. We seek applicants with research specialization in statistical learning, statistical methodology and modeling for big data analytics, and/or high-performance analytics. Evidence of interest in interdisciplinary research is desired. The successful candidate shall have interests that complement and enhance the department’s research strengths in the field. The department has a PhD program and various MS programs, including a new MS program in Data Science. It has over 50 mathematicians/statisticians and more than 120 graduate students engaged in research in a wide variety of areas in mathematics and statistics. Auburn University’s strong research programs in a variety of areas present many opportunities for interdisciplinary research and for participation in its various multidisciplinary programs. Auburn University is an R1 University and one of the nation’s premier land, sea, and space grant institutions. It maintains high levels of research activity and high standards for teaching excellence. For more information on faculty life at Auburn University, please visit: http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/ . Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples. Please visit the following link for more information: http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/pdf/guidelines-dual-career-services.pdf . Applications must include a cover letter, transcript(s), curriculum vitae, a statement of research, a statement of teaching (and teaching evaluations if available), and a statement of contributions to diversity and inclusion . Candidates should also submit the names and contact information for three or four professional references. One reference must address teaching experience and abilities. For additional information contact: Dr. Peng Zeng, Chair of Search Committee, e-mail: zengpen@auburn.edu. |
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| Minimum Qualifications | Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Statistics, Data Science, Biostatistics, or closely related field at the time employment begins. Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills are required. . The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment. |
| Desired Qualifications | Postdoctoral research experience is desired. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Review of applications will begin December 1, 2022 and continue until the position is filled. Please upload your statement of contributions to inclusion and diversity in STEM under the other category in the required applicant documents section. |
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| EEO Statement | AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law. |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| References required for this position? | Yes |
| If yes, minimum number requested | 3 |
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