Postdoctoral Associate

Mississippi State University; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Starkville, MS, is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Statistics. The successful candidate will engage in research and teaching, with a focus on various statistical methods. Applicants should hold a doctoral degree and have a strong interest in original research. This full-time position begins January 1, 2026, offering a 1+1 teaching load alongside research duties.

Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing original research.
• Recent PhDs preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Participate in research and teaching.
• 1+1 teaching load (6 credits per year).

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Independent research

Education

Doctoral degree

Job description

Apply now Job no: 509842
Position type: Full-Time 12-Month
Department: 036900 - Mathematics & Statistics
Location: Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Categories: Professional
Position Open Date: Oct 16 2025

Position Function:

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Statistics, beginning as early as Spring 2026 with the option to postpone the start date to August 2026. The initial appointment is for two years, with a possible renewal for a third year. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of MSU Statistics faculty. Interested candidates are encouraged to explore the webpage of tenured and tenure-track faculty to identify potential matches with their research interests. Strong applicants from all areas of Statistics are encouraged to apply; however, the greatest interest is for applicants with interest in one or more of the following topics: Computationally intensive methods in Statistics such as Count Time Series, Curve estimation, Environmental Statistics, Forensic Statistics, Stochastic Modelling, Survival Analysis, Functional Data Analysis, and Nonparametric Inference.

Salary Grade:

For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Department Profile:

www.math.msstate.edu

Area of Specialization:

Statistics

Anticipated Appointment Date:

January 1, 2026

N/A

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Participate in research and teaching. The position comes with a 1+1 teaching load (6 credits per year).

Minimum Qualifications:

Requirements for a postdoctoral position include a doctoral degree at the start date of the position with a preference for recent PhDs, and an interest in pursuing original research.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

Typical office and professional environment.

At this time, MSU is unable to offer H-1B visa sponsorship for this role. This applies until further notice.

Instructions for Applying:

All applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu and attach a cover letter and current curriculum vitae, including a publication list. For full consideration, applicants should also submit:

• Research statement
• A completed AMS Standard Cover Sheet (http://www.ams.org/employment)
• Three reference letters, one of which must address the candidate’s teaching qualifications, to be submitted by the reference writers via http://www.mathjobs.org/jobs, addressed to: Chair, Statistics Search Committee, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, MS 39762

Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, [phone].

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Advertised: Oct 16 2025 Central Daylight Time
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