Assistant Professor in Statistics

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), nine-month, tenure-accruing Assistant Professor positions in the Department of Statistics, with a start date of August 16, 2027. We seek candidates in causal inference, Bayesian computation, statistics, machine learning, or related areas.

The roles include developing and maintaining an active research program, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring students, and contributing services to the department,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, or a closely related field by the start date of the appointment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an active research program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Mentor students.
• Contribute services to the department, university, and profession.

Skills

causal inference

Bayesian computation

machine learning

statistics

Education

Ph.D. in Statistics or related field

Job description

Assistant Professor in Statistics

Job No: 541386

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Physical/Mathematical Sciences

Department: 16480000 - LS-STATISTICS

Job Description

Classification Title: Assistant Professor

Classification Minimum Requirements: Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, or a closely related field by the start date of the appointment.

The Department of Statistics in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Florida invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), nine-month, tenure-accruing Assistant Professor positions beginning August 16, 2027.

We seek outstanding candidates with research interests in causal inference, Bayesian computation, statistics, machine learning, or related areas. Faculty responsibilities include developing and maintaining an active research program, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring students, and contributing services to the department, university, and profession.

The Department of Statistics has a long-standing reputation for excellence in research, education, and innovation, with a proud history of hosting distinguished scholars and producing impactful research. As one of the nation's leading public research universities, the University of Florida provides exceptional institutional support and fosters a highly collaborative academic environment.

This search is part of the University of Florida's strategic initiative to expand the role of artificial intelligence in higher education and research. The university is home to HiPerGator, one of the most powerful high-performance computing systems at a U.S. public university, providing substantial computational resources to support cutting-edge research.

Applicants are encouraged to learn more about the Department of Statistics and its programs by visiting Department of Statistics and about the University's AI initiative at Artificial Intelligence.

UF is the state's oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked 7th in the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2025 rankings), and 1st among public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF's large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.

Expected Salary

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package. UF offers a strong benefits package for eligible faculty appointments, including health insurance, paid leave (as applicable), and retirement options. Learn more here.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, or a closely related field by the start date of the appointment.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Review of applications will begin on November 3, 2026, and will continue until a successful applicant is selected.

Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

Health Assessment Required: No

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.