Assistant Professor of Mathematics (Statistics)
About The Position
Union College invites applications for the tenure-track Donald C. Brate '45-Stanley G. Peschel '52 Assistant Professorship in Statistics at the rank of Assistant Professor. The position begins September 1, 2027. Candidates should demonstrate excellence in both teaching and research, with institutional expectations and support balanced between these two areas. The role is open to candidates who will have a Ph.D. in statistics by September 2027, possess strong undergraduate statistics teaching credentials, and have a record of scholarly achievement indicating a continuing commitment to scholarship in any sub-fields within statistics. This position is crucial for the growth of our Statistics, Data Analytics, and Financial & Actuarial Mathematics programs, which currently have established minors with a long-term goal of developing them into majors. While a strong theoretical background in statistics is required, candidates with practical experience in applying statistics to real-world problems and teaching practical statistical thinking and data analysis within specific contexts are particularly desired. The teaching load is two courses per trimester with one course release during the first year. The successful hire will be responsible for developing courses in their area of expertise that may also contribute to other Union programs, particularly the interdisciplinary programs in Data Analytics and Financial & Actuarial Mathematics.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in statistics by September 2027.
- Strong teaching credentials in undergraduate statistics.
- A record of scholarly achievement that suggests a continuing commitment to scholarship in any sub-fields within statistics.
- Strong theoretical background in statistics.
- Ability to reason logically, understand abstract concepts, and solve complex problems.
- Skills needed for advanced studies in mathematics.
Nice To Haves
- Candidates who also have practical experience in addressing real problems with statistics.
- Candidates who can teach practical statistical thinking and analysis of data for a specific purpose and within a specific context.
- Candidates from groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in statistics.
Responsibilities
- Develop courses in their area of expertise that may contribute to other programs at Union, especially the interdisciplinary programs in Data Analytics and Financial & Actuarial Mathematics.
- Play a key role in our growing Statistics, Data Analytics, and Financial & Actuarial Mathematics programs.
- Teach undergraduate statistics.
- Conduct research and potentially involve undergraduate students in that work.
- Support Union’s commitment to inclusion through teaching, mentorship, and/or community service.
- Create an inclusive classroom environment for all students.
Benefits
- Medical (PPO & HDHP), Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
- Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
- Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
- Tuition Exchange
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
