Assistant Professor

Tulane•New Orleans, LA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Mathematics at Tulane University seeks an Assistant Professor for a tenure-track position in probability or mathematical statistics. Candidates should have active research programs, with methodological contributions and particular interest in interdisciplinary applications in the biological, medical, social, chemical, or physical sciences. The department offers an MS in Statistics and a joint MS in Data Science, and supports graduate dissertations across pure and applied mathematics, including statistics. The successful candidate will establish an internationally visible, externally funded research program; teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students; contribute to departmental academic and service activities; and participate in the intellectual life of the University. The current teaching load is one course per semester and may change according to departmental needs. The appointment is expected to begin August 1, 2027. Tulane University is a private research university in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Department of Mathematics is part of the School of Science and Engineering, which provides opportunities for interdisciplinary research and education. Faculty regularly collaborate with researchers at the Tulane School of Medicine and the Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. Tulane is an AAU member and a Carnegie R1 university.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Statistics, Mathematics, or a closely related field by the appointment start date.
Demonstrated potential for outstanding research and scholarly achievement.
Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and student mentoring.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in classroom instruction.

Nice To Haves

Postdoctoral experience is preferred but not required.
Research expertise in probability theory or mathematical statistics.
Evidence of scholarly publications appropriate to career stage.
Experience or interest in interdisciplinary research collaborations.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain an independent, nationally recognized research program in probability and/or statistics.
Conduct scholarly research and publish results in leading peer-reviewed journals.
Pursue external funding opportunities where appropriate.
Mentor and supervise undergraduate, master's, and doctoral student research.
Collaborate with colleagues within and beyond the department to advance research initiatives.
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in probability, statistics, and related mathematical disciplines.
Develop innovative courses and instructional materials.
Advise and mentor students in academic and professional development.
Contribute to curriculum development and assessment activities.
Participate in departmental, school, and university committees and governance activities.
Support student recruitment, retention, and outreach initiatives.
Engage in professional service within the mathematical sciences community.
Contribute to enhancing the department's academic and research mission.
Participate actively in the intellectual life of the University.