Postdoctoral Associate

The International Society for Bayesian Analysis; North Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in statistical science invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate. This role entails conducting methodological research on data confidentiality and missing values, requiring a Ph.D. in a related field and strong skills in complex Bayesian modeling. The position offers an initial one-year contract with a potential for renewal, promoting research that leads to publications in esteemed journals.

Qualifications

• Strong background in statistical science essential.
• Interest in social science/government applications required.
• Methods for protecting data confidentiality or handling missing data viewed favorably.

Responsibilities

• Conduct methodological research in statistical science.
• Generate synthetic data and work with differentially private data.
• Participate in publications in top statistical journals.

Skills

Complex Bayesian modeling

Computation in high dimensions

Education

Ph.D. in statistical science or a related field

Job description

The Department of Statistical Science at Duke University is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in statistical science. The Associate will work on methodological research related to one or more of the following topics, depending on the candidate’s interests: (1) methods for protecting data confidentiality, including methods for generating synthetic data in complex surveys and approaches for obtaining valid inferences from and algorithms for differentially private data, (2) methods for handling missing values in large-scale social science data. The Associate will be supervised by Jerry Reiter, professor in the Department of Statistical Science.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in statistical science or a related field and will have strong background in complex Bayesian modeling, computation in high dimensions, and an interest in social science/government applications. No previous experience in data confidentiality or missing data methods is necessary, although such experience will be viewed favorably. The Associate will be expected to participate in methodological research leading to publications in top statistical and applied journals. The appointment will be for a one-year contract with potential for renewal.

Applicants should apply through Academic Jobs Online (https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/20824 ). Materials to upload include a CV, a statement of background and interests in the particular research described above, and contact information only for three references.

All applications received by January 15 will be fully considered, and the position will remain open until filled.

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