Assistant Professor of Statistics

Statistics Interest Group; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement options

Annual leave

12 paid holidays per year

Tuition waivers for employees and/or a

Job summary

The University of Alaska Fairbanks invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Statistics. The tenure-track position focuses on undergraduate instruction, with graduate courses in theory and applications, and a vibrant research program in statistics.

Responsibilities include teaching a 4-course load over a 9-month year, mentoring graduate students, pursuing external funding, and contributing to service within the department and university.

Qualifications

• PhD in statistics or closely related field, by July 1, 2027.
• Experience delivering both in-person and online/distance courses is preferred.
• Active research agenda with publications or promising potential.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and upper-division statistics courses.
• Teach graduate courses in statistical theory and applications.
• Mentor graduate students and provide statistical consulting as needed.
• Engage in service to the department and university.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Course development

Education

PhD in statistics or closely related field

Job description

University of Alaska Fairbanks – Assistant Professor of Statistics

Position Title Assistant Professor of Statistics

Duties and Responsibilities

As a tenure-track Department member the successful candidate will teach introductory and upper-division undergraduate courses in statistics, as well as graduate courses in statistical theory and applications, to a mix of majors and non-majors. The typical teaching load will be 4 courses per 9 month academic year. Research in statistical theory and/or applications that meets national and international standards is expected, including publication of peer-reviewed articles, books, and monographs. The goal of quality research is most important, but sustained production is also expected. For applicants with an applied research area, collaboration with a broader research community is appropriate and encouraged. Presentation of research at conferences and workshops is expected, and pursuit of competitive grants is encouraged.
To thrive in this position, candidates must be self-motivated, invested in nurturing the abilities and academic development of students at all levels, and committed to a vibrant research program through publishing research in statistics and related areas. An ideal candidate will have experience working with a diverse student population; be committed to effective and engaging teaching; have the ability to develop new curricula; provide statistical consulting to the university research community; supervise/mentor graduate students; and participate in service with the department, university and community; and have a desire to advance the frontiers of knowledge in statistical theory and applications. Applicants should show commitment to effective and engaged teaching and have a record of research excellence or evidence of promising research potential.

Position Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
A Ph.D in statistics or a closely related field (received no later than July 1, 2027). Candidates with postdoctoral research or teaching experience are encouraged to apply. Experience with both in-person and online/distance course delivery are also preferred. Recent graduates will be evaluated on their research potential.

Salary Range Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This position is located on the Troth Yeddha’ campus in Fairbanks, AK. This is a full-time, 9-month base appointment, FLSA exempt faculty position complete with a competitive salary and full employee benefits package.

UA provides a generous compensation package that includes

• retirement options
• annual leave
• 12 paid holidays per year
• tuition waivers for employees and family members
• and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.

New hires will be offered a competitive salary based on education and experience.

TheUniversity of Alaska(www.alaska.edu)is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to apolicy of non-discrimination(www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.