Assistant Professor, Stanford Statistics Department

Statistics Interest Group; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Statistics at Stanford University seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in any area of Statistics or Probability, broadly understood. The successful candidate will teach and mentor graduate and undergraduate students and develop a world-leading independent research program.

The candidate must have a Ph.D. in statistics, data science, computer science, mathematics, or a related discipline by start date, and the appointment is expected to begin on September 1,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required at time of appointment.
• Evidence of potential for world-leading independent research program.
• Commitment to teaching and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Teach and advise graduate and undergraduate students.
• Develop and sustain a world-leading research program.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Statistics/Data Science/CS/Math or related

Job description

The Department of Statistics at Stanford University seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in any area of Statistics or Probability, broadly understood. Applicants should exhibit the potential to run a world-leading independent research program and should possess strong communication skills and a commitment to teaching and mentoring. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D in statistics, data science, computer science, mathematics, or a related discipline at the time of appointment and will be expected to teach and advise students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The term of appointment is expected to begin on September 1, 2027.

The salary range for this position is $138,586-168,435 for the academic year 2026-27.

Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, and internal equity.

The Statistics Department, School of Humanities & Sciences, and Stanford University value faculty who will help foster an open and respectful academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. Candidates may choose to include as part of their research and teaching statements a brief discussion about how their work and experience will further these values.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching and clinical missions.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].