Assistant Professor in Statistics

Statistics Interest Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track position in statistics, biostatistics, or machine learning at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, starting July 1, 2027.

Candidates should have a PhD in statistics or a closely related field, with a demonstrated record of research excellence and the ability to teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including supervision of graduate students.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in statistics or closely related field.
• Proven record of research excellence and ability to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Bilingualism with ability to teach in both English and French; training provided; French teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tenure-track position in statistics, biostatistics, or machine learning.
• Open to Assistant or Associate Professor level; start July 1, 2027.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching (Undergrad/Grad)

Graduate supervision

Bilingualism

Education

PhD in Statistics or related field

Job description

University of Ottawa – Assistant Professor in Statistics

Position Title Assistant Professor in Statistics

Duties and Responsibilities

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track position in statistics, biostatistics, or machine learning at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, starting July 1, 2027.

Position Qualifications

Skills requirements:

• Education: PhD or equivalent in statistics or a closely related field.
• Work experience: Candidates should have a proven record of research excellence, be able to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and have the desire and ability to supervise graduate students.
• Bilingualism: The University of Ottawa is proud to be the largest bilingual English-French university in North America and considers bilingualism a defining feature of the institution. The candidate is expected to be able to function and teach in both official languages by the time of tenure. The University is delighted to offer free training to support this aim. Preference may be given to candidates who are able to teach in French at the time of hiring.