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Job Summary

The Department of Statistics in the College of Science at Purdue University invites applications for multiple positions in Data Science to begin in August 2021 or a future date subject to negotiation.  These appointments will be at the level of assistant or associate professor.  Early career candidates with exceptional qualifications may be considered for a term-limited early career endowed professorship.

School and College
These positions come at a time of significant investment for the College of Science, comprising the statistical, mathematical, and computational sciences. We are interested in all aspects of data science and related fields. This includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

• Statistical learning
• Foundation of data science
• Big data analysis and applications for high-impact/emerging topics
• Statistical computing, optimization, and algorithms

The Department of Statistics at Purdue University is one of the largest statistics departments in the nation. The department offers a stimulating academic environment with active research programs in most areas of statistics. The department offers undergraduate programs in Statistics and Data Science, and graduate MS and PhD programs in Statistics. For more information, see https://www.stat.purdue.edu.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will combine an outstanding record of research excellence with a commitment to effective and engaged teaching. Appointments will be made based on demonstrated research and teaching qualifications. Candidates must have a Ph.D. (or its equivalent) in Statistics, or a closely related field, or an established research record in these related areas.There are other positions in data science as well at Purdue in both the Computer Science and Mathematics departments. Candidates are encouraged to apply for all that are relevant.Successful candidates are expected to develop a vibrant research program supported by external funding, teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses to a diverse student body, and supervise graduate students. Senior faculty will also mentor junior faculty and participate in the governance of the department, the College of Science, and Purdue University by serving on faculty committees.

Application

Applicants should apply online.  A background check will be required for employment. Review of applications and interviews will begin in December 15, 2020, and new applications will continue to be considered until positions are filled. Inquiries can be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The following materials are required:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae including a list of publications
• Statement of research
• Statement of teaching
• Statement on diversity and inclusion
• Three letters of recommendation

Purdue University's College of Science is committed to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including scholarship, instruction, and engagement. We encourage candidates to address at least one of these areas in the separate statement on diversity and inclusion, indicating past experiences, current interests or activities, and/or future goals to promote a climate that values diversity, and inclusion. Salary and benefits are competitive, and Purdue is a dual-career friendly employer.

Equal Opportunity

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

The School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences (SMSS) at Clemson University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position starting with the Fall 2021 semester. The position will be targeted toward individuals with demonstrated research excellence at the interface of statistics and optimization as it applies to methodological and theoretical development in machine learning and artificial intelligence, as well as interest in how such learning methods can be leveraged in application areas such as genetics, precision medicine, medical imaging, engineering, cybersecurity, etc. Targeted recruiting is at the assistant professor rank, but applicants at all ranks will be considered. The ideal candidate will be able to teach statistics courses at all levels and have strong potential for effective research in the mathematical sciences. Specific desirable attributes for candidates include strong interest in: 1) collaboration with faculty members in the School; 2) collaboration with subject-matter researchers throughout the University; 3) interest in building industrial partnerships; and 4) innovative non-traditional teaching approaches.

The Division of Statistics and Operations Research within the SMSS is comprised of the research groups of data science, operations research, and probability and mathematical statistics, and many faculty members within this division collaborate with faculty from the Division of Mathematics, which includes the research groups of algebra and discrete mathematics, computational mathematics, and pure and applied analysis. The school offers the full range of Baccalaureate, Master's, and Doctoral degrees. For further information regarding the school and its programs, please visit the web site http://www.math.clemson.edu.

Clemson University has the highest Carnegie research designation (Very High, R1), and recently completed its Clemson Forward plan with strategic focus on advancing our doctoral programs and strengthening our research and scholarly impact while still preserving the outstanding signature undergraduate experience that is at the heart of Clemson. The Clemson Forward plan directed the building of a new world-class College of Science that harnesses the disciplines of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Genetics and Biochemistry, Mathematical Sciences, and Physics & Astronomy to solve tomorrow's greatest challenges. Clemson Forward has at its core the mission of inclusive excellence in our students and faculty that will help Clemson ascend to a top 20 public university and a model for the 21st Century land grant university.

Moreover, the University, the College of Science, and the School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences are committed to building a community of inclusive excellence, where faculty scholars are dedicated to working/teaching in a multi-cultural environment (www.clemson.edu/inclusion/). We are particularly interested in receiving applications from women, underrepresented minorities, and from those who have experience and/or a commitment toward mentoring students from diverse backgrounds, as well as those who have demonstrated a commitment to understanding the challenges in promoting diversity and inclusion in Statistics. In addition, the college is supportive of the needs of dual career couples. Clemson is funded by an NSF ADVANCE institutional transformation grant: www.clemson.edu/provost/tigers-advance/.

Qualifications

An earned doctorate in Statistics, Operations Research, or equivalent is required for this tenure track position.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2020 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received by January 15, 2021 will receive full consideration.

Applicants should indicate their research specialties and interests in their cover letter. Vita, statements on teaching, research, and a one-page statement describing the candidate's experience mentoring diverse individuals and/or how the candidate plans to contribute to the inclusive excellence of the School and the contact information for our system to secure three confidential reference letters should be submitted at apply.interfolio.com/81883.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at San Diego State University seeks applicants for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Biostatistics starting in Fall 2021. Focused research areas include, but are not limited to, design and analysis of clinical trials, statistical genetics, longitudinal data analysis, survival analysis, Bayesian methods, and computationally intensive methods. PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics required. Applications should be sent to apply.interfolio.com/81388. See math.sdsu.edu/resources/jobs/2021-tt-ap-biostatistics for full posting.

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