Assistent Professor in Mathematical Statistics

Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM); Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Amsterdam is seeking an assistant professor in Mathematical Statistics. The role requires a strong research profile and teaching experience at undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates should be able to connect academic theory with practical applications, fostering collaboration with industry partners. This position offers an inclusive and interdisciplinary environment with an expected starting date of 1 September 2026 or earlier.

Qualifications

• Strong track record of publications in Mathematical Statistics.
• Ability to bridge theory and practice in education.
• Experience in supervising students in applied projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop a research line in Mathematical Statistics.
• Contribute to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Demonstrate academic leadership nationally and internationally.
• Participate in departmental activities and grant writing.

Skills

Strong research profile

Expertise in Mathematical Statistics

Academic leadership

Teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels

Ability to connect research with industry

Education

PhD in Mathematics or related field

Job description

We are seeking a new colleague who is passionate about scientific research and education in the field of Mathematical Statistics. The offered position is at assistant professor level. Our department is looking for a mathematician with a strong research profile and proven expertise in Mathematical Statistics, as witnessed by an excellent track record of publications. While advancing fundamental research, you will also contribute to teaching and supervision across our educational programmes. The Department of Mathematics offers programmes in Mathematics and Business Analytics, and is actively involved in service teaching to other departments within the Faculty of Science.

We are particularly interested in candidates who can bridge the gap between theory and practice. In addition to developing and delivering high-quality teaching, you will play a key role in connecting our students and research to the world outside academia. Examples include supervising Business Analytics students in applied projects with industry partners, initiating collaborations with external organisations, and fostering links that enrich both education and research.

Our department is an inclusive and interdisciplinary community where diversity and international engagement are central to both our research and teaching. We warmly welcome candidates who share these values and who are eager to contribute to our collaborative environment.

The preferred starting date is 1 September 2026 or earlier.

Your duties

• you develop a (partially) application driven research line in Mathematical Statistics
• you contribute to the teaching of the department, at both the undergraduate and graduate level
• you show academic leadership, nationally and internationally
• you participate in departmental activities and tasks, including writing grant proposals