Two Assistant Professors in Statistics

Iowa State University - College of Design; Ames (IA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Generous leave

Onsite childcare

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Iowa State University invites applications for two tenure-track assistant professors in Statistics. The Department seeks candidates with PhD in statistics or related fields, strong data science background, and the ability to build a high-impact research program while teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.

One position emphasizes sports analytics and both will collaborate across ISU’s LAS and CALS colleges, engaging in service and mentoring students in one of the nation’s largest

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in statistics or related field by start date.
• Foundational training in statistics and data science.
• Ability to teach statistics and data science at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Ability to develop and sustain a high-impact research program with external funding.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain a high-quality, high-impact research program.
• Teach graduate and undergraduate statistics and data science courses.
• Advise graduate students and participate in service activities.
• Collaborate with researchers across ISU and related disciplines.

Skills

Statistics

Data science

Teaching statistics

Research funding

Education

PhD or equivalent in statistics or related field

Job description

Position Title: Two Assistant Professors in Statistics

Appointment Type: Faculty

Job Description: Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: The Department of Statistics, at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, seeks two tenure-track assistant professors with expertise in statistics and data science beginning August 16, 2027. One of the positions will have a particular emphasis on sports analytics. The successful candidates will develop and sustain a high-quality and high-impact research program, successfully compete for external funding, and collaborate with world-class researchers at Iowa State in statistics and other disciplines. Further, the successful candidates will engage in professional and institutional service, teach graduate and undergraduate students, and advise graduate students in one of the first and largest statistics graduate programs in the country.

Required Minimum Qualifications: PhD or equivalent degree in statistics or closely related discipline by appointment start date.

Preferred Qualifications: Foundational training in statistics and data science Ability to teach statistics and data science classes at the undergraduate and graduate levels Ability to develop and sustain a high-impact research program with the potential to secure external research funding Ability to contribute to Iowa State University’s growing strength in data science Ability to contribute to Iowa State University's growing strength in data science and, for one position, sports analytics.

Department/Program & College Description: The Department of Statistics is jointly administered by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is one of the world’s leading institutions of agriculture, with more than 160 years of leadership in science, education and extension. The college educates future leaders, conducts mission-oriented research, and shares new knowledge for the betterment of Iowa and the world. The college is one of eight colleges at Iowa State University, which is one of the most influential land grant universities in the nation. Central to Iowa State University’s mission, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) is a collaborative, vibrant community of faculty, students and staff, committed to learning, research, and innovation. With 21 departments, one professional school, 49 majors, and over 20 interdisciplinary programs, LAS faculty support student success and engage in pathbreaking research across a wide range of fields.

Department Unit/Website: https://www.stat.iastate.edu

Proposed Start Date: August 16, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year: 09

Month Work Period Time Type: Full time

Why Choose ISU?

• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. [phone], email [e-mail].

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With a comprehensive land‑grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities. Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community. Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land‑grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

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