Assistant Professor in Statistics-1

Iowa State University; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Onsite childcare

Paid leave

Job summary

Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professors in Statistics with a focus on statistics and data science, beginning August 16, 2027. One position emphasizes sports analytics.

The successful candidates will build a high-quality research portfolio, secure external funding, and collaborate with leading researchers across ISU.

Qualifications

• PhD by start date in statistics or related field.
• Foundational training in statistics and data science.
• Ability to teach statistics and data science at undergrad and grad levels.
• Ability to develop and sustain a high-impact research program with external funding.
• Contribute to Iowa State University’s growing strength in data science.
• Contribute to data science and, for one position, sports analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain a high-quality, high-impact research program.
• Successfully compete for external funding.
• Collaborate with world-class researchers at Iowa State.
• Engage in professional and institutional service.
• Teach graduate and undergraduate students.
• Advise graduate students in one of the largest statistics programs in the country.

Skills

Statistics and data science

Research program development

Teaching undergrad/grad

Education

PhD in statistics or related field

Job description

Position Title:

Assistant Professor in Statistics-1

Appointment Type:

Faculty

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of Statistics, at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, seeks two tenure-track assistant professors with expertise in statistics and data science beginning August 16, 2027. One of the positions will have a particular emphasis on sports analytics.

The successful candidates will develop and sustain a high-quality and high-impact research program, successfully compete for external funding, and collaborate with world-class researchers at Iowa State in statistics and other disciplines. Further, the successful candidates will engage in professional and institutional service, teach graduate and undergraduate students, and advise graduate students in one of the first and largest statistics graduate programs in the country.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD or equivalent degree in statistics or closely related discipline by appointment start date

Preferred Qualifications:

• Foundational training in statistics and data science
• Ability to teach statistics and data science classes at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Ability to develop and sustain a high-impact research program with the potential to secure external research funding
• Ability to contribute to Iowa State University’s growing strength in data science
• Ability to contribute to Iowa State University’s growing strength in data science and, for one position, sports analytics

Department/Program & College Description:

The Department of Statistics is jointly administered by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is one of the world’s leading institutions of agriculture, with more than 160 years of leadership in science, education and extension. The college educates future leaders, conducts mission-oriented research, and shares new knowledge for the betterment of Iowa and the world. The college is one of eight colleges at Iowa State University, which is one of the most influential land grant universities in the nation.

Central to Iowa State University’s mission, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) is a collaborative, vibrant community of faculty, students and staff, committed to learning, research, and innovation. With 21 departments, one professional school, 49 majors, and over 20 interdisciplinary programs, LAS faculty support student success and engage in pathbreaking research across a wide range of fields.

Department Unit/Website:

https://www.stat.iastate.edu

Proposed Start Date:

August 16, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

09 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:

• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:

August 20, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R19800

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. [phone], email [e-mail].

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.