Lecturer - Statistics

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 9-month, non-tenure-accruing Lecturer position beginning August 16, 2027. This is a renewable academic-year appointment.

The successful candidate will primarily teach advanced undergraduate statistics courses for Statistics majors and advanced undergraduate courses for Data Science majors offered by the Department of Statistics. Experience or interest in online instruction is desirable.

Qualifications

• MS in Statistics, Biostatistics, or closely related field.
• PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or closely related field.
• Three confidential letters of recommendation.
• A link to a short instructional video (5–10 minutes) on a topic of their choice.
• Complete curriculum vitae including statistics teaching background and experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach advanced undergraduate statistics courses for Statistics majors.
• Teach advanced undergraduate courses for Data Science majors; online instruction is desirable.

Education

MS in Statistics

PhD in Statistics

Job description

Lecturer - Statistics

Job No: 541387

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: Lecturer

Classification Minimum Requirements: MS in Statistics, Biostatistics, or closely related field.

The Department of Statistics in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 9-month, non-tenure-accruing Lecturer position beginning August 16, 2027. This is a renewable academic-year appointment.

The successful candidate will primarily teach advanced undergraduate statistics courses for Statistics majors and advanced undergraduate courses for Data Science majors offered by the Department of Statistics. Experience or interest in online instruction is desirable. The department is home to thriving undergraduate programs in both Statistics and Data Science and is committed to excellence in teaching and student success.

The University of Florida and the Department of Statistics highly value the contributions of teaching faculty. To support professional growth and long-term career development, lecturers are eligible for promotion through the ranks of Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, and Master Lecturer.

This search is part of a university-wide initiative to expand the role of artificial intelligence in higher education and research. Applicants are encouraged to learn more about the University of Florida's AI efforts at Artificial Intelligence. The university is also home to HiPerGator, one of the most powerful high-performance computing systems at a U.S. public university.

Additional information about the Department of Statistics, its academic programs, and faculty can be found at Department of Statistics.

UF is the state's oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked top 10 public universities. 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

MS in Statistics, Biostatistics, or closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD. In Statistics, Biostatistics, or closely related field.

• Letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for the position


• A complete curriculum vitae including statistics teaching background and experience


• A link to a short (5-10 minute) instructional video prepared by the applicant on a topic of their choice


• Three confidential letters of recommendation.


• Note: the names and email addresses of three references must be provided. An email will be sent to your references, requesting them to upload their confidential letter to the submission packet.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 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.