NCSU Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

Posting Number

PG193485EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Assistant Professor - Statistics

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with education and experience

Work Schedule

Varies; dependent on the needs of the department and courses taught

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Statistics

About the Department

The Department of Statistics at North Carolina State University was founded in 1941 by Gertrude M. Cox and is one of the oldest and largest statistics programs in the country. The primary function of the Department is to achieve outstanding research, teaching, mentoring, consulting and collaborations on campus and world-wide, within a cohesive department, where all students, faculty, and staff receive fair treatment. The Department has over 40 faculty members, most of whom are housed in SAS Hall on the University’s main campus, along with more than 260 undergraduate and 150 graduate students. We are the “birthplace” of SAS Institute, the world’s largest privately owned software company, and one which specializes in statistical applications. The Department maintains a close relationship with SAS and other industry partners through student programs and activities.

The Department has expertise in a number of research areas and strong ties with the Data Science Academy and the Genetics and Genomics Academy at NC State. Our graduate program, which is the top producer of statistics PhDs, was recently ranked 11th in the nation and 28th in the world; we also have a thriving online master’s program with approximately 100 students. Please visit our Sciences Strategic Plan and the College of Sciences Culture Charter to learn more about the College of Sciences.

NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.

Essential Job Duties

The Assistant Professor’s discipline/area of focus will be Statistical foundations associated with machine learning or artificial intelligence.

Responsibilities for this position include

• Teaching, research, and doctoral student research supervision.
• Achieve outstanding research, teaching, mentoring, consulting, and collaborations on campus and worldwide, within a cohesive department.
• Commitment to creating work environments that are in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.

Other Responsibilities

Minimum Education and Experience

• Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a closely related field

Other Required Qualifications

• The ability and desire to supervise graduate student research and to pursue excellence in teaching are essential.
• Clear communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License required

No

Job Open Date

07/05/2024

Anticipated Close Date

Open until filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants

In addition to your application, please submit a CV, cover letter, research statement, teaching statement, and contact information for three professional references. Three letters of recommendation will be requested from candidates who are selected as final candidates. Review of applications will begin October 15th and will continue until the position is filled.

Please direct any questions about this position to statistics-jobs@ncsu.edu.

Position Number

00004905

Position Type

Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

1.0

Appointment

9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID

178501 - Statistics

AA/EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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