Open Rank Professor of Statistics and Director of Online M.S in Applied Statistics, Department of Applied Economics and Statistics (Continuing Track)

University of Delaware•Newark, DE

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About The Position

The Department of Applied Economics and Statistics at the University of Delaware invites applications for a full-time, open-rank Continuing Track (CT) faculty position in Statistics, beginning Fall 2026. This position includes a concurrent administrative appointment as Director of the Online M.S. in Applied Statistics program. Continuing Track (CT) is the University's permanent, non-tenure career path, offering a stable and rewarding academic trajectory. CT faculty hold the same academic titles as tenure-line faculty and benefit from multi-year contracts, sabbatical eligibility, a parallel promotion process, and participation in shared governance. This 9-month academic appointment includes responsibilities in undergraduate and graduate teaching, student advising, program administration, and instructional development. Approximately 62.5% of the role is dedicated to teaching and 37.5% to service and administration, including leadership of the online M.S. program.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a closely related field.
Demonstrates excellence in teaching undergraduate statistics, with effectiveness in engaging students, clearly communicating complex concepts, and supporting student learning.
Substantial applied experience in statistical analysis in research, industry, or professional settings.
Experience teaching graduate-level statistics courses.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supporting learning environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in program leadership or project management.
Experience directing or administering graduate programs.
Experience in online or hybrid teaching modalities.
Evidence of successful mentoring and engagement in professional development.

Responsibilities

Teach five courses per academic year (15 credits), including core offerings and our undergraduate capstone course. Teaching responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching the following courses: STAT200 (Basic Statistical Practice) STAT408 (Statistical Research Methods) STAT468 (Senior Research Project)
Develop curriculum and engage in instructional innovation.
Support student learning and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
Serve as the Director of the MS Applied Statistics program.
Overseeing curriculum and course offerings.
Advising and supporting students, most of whom are working professionals.
Leading strategic planning, growth, and marketing of the program, through collaboration with the department chair, faculty, and relevant university offices.
Contribute to departmental, university, and professional service
Support the department's mission of advancing statistical literacy across campus.