Data Science & Statistics Professor — Teaching & Research

mnstate.edu; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 64,963 - 193,146; Full time

Job summary

Winona State University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Data Science or Statistics in Winona, MN. The successful candidate will teach a broad range of data science and statistics courses primarily in person and contribute to scholarly research and curriculum development.

The position requires a Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, or Biostatistics (anticipated before Aug 2027) and evidence of effective undergraduate teaching.

Qualifications

• Ph.D in Data Science, Statistics, or Biostatistics with an anticipated completion date before August 2027.
• Experience teaching an undergraduate data science or statistics course as the primary instructor or as a teaching assistant.
• Willingness to integrate technology to enhance learning and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of data science and statistics courses primarily in an in-person format.
• Instruct courses in varied locations, at varied times, and via various media commensurate with department and university needs.
• Engage in scholarly research or creative achievement to enhance knowledge of data science or statistics.
• Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study in the field to enhance teaching abilities.
• Contribute to student growth and development including student advising.
• Provide service to the university and community including the program, the department, the college, the university, and the greater community.
• Support Winona State University's mission to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural, and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve.
• Teach courses using an innovative and modern curriculum.
• Contribute to the continued improvement of the curriculum in data science and statistics.
• Supervise capstone experiences, e.g. student research projects, internships, etc.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teaching undergrad courses

Curriculum development

Education

Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, or Biostatistics

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Job description

Winona State University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Data Science or Statistics in Winona, MN. The successful candidate will teach a broad range of data science and statistics courses primarily in person and contribute to scholarly research and curriculum development.

The position requires a Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, or Biostatistics (anticipated before Aug 2027) and evidence of effective undergraduate teaching.