Statistics & Data Science Educator

University of Wisconsin-Madison; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation and paid time off

Competitive insurances and savings

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The Department of Statistics at UW–Madison is seeking passionate, experienced instructors to join a growing team dedicated to teaching high-quality courses, supporting modern data science degree programs, and driving curriculum innovation.

Key responsibilities include managing course instruction, assessing student performance, assisting with curriculum development, and serving as the primary academic contact for students.

Qualifications

• At least one year of work experience in an educational, research, or industry setting.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines; must possess initiative.
• Proven track record of working effectively both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy.
• Supervises the day to day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed.
• Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties.
• Assists in developing techniques and/or model programs for carrying out instructional goals in disciplinary area and may help identify ways in which new techniques could be of assistance.
• Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements.
• Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Initiative

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Master’s degree (required)

PhD preferred

Job description

The Department of Statistics at UW–Madison is seeking passionate, experienced instructors to join a growing team dedicated to teaching high-quality courses, supporting modern data science degree programs, and driving curriculum innovation.

Key responsibilities include managing course instruction, assessing student performance, assisting with curriculum development, and serving as the primary academic contact for students.