2016 Postings

2016 Position Advertisements

St. Cloud State University, St. Cloud, MN
Assistant/Associate Professor of Statistics
Posted December 16, 2016

One (1) full-time probationary position (contingent upon budget and available funds)
Appointment Date: August 15, 2017
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Description

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at St. Cloud State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Statistics. The successful candidate will join a department committed to excellence in teaching and dedicated to preparing the next generation of statisticians and data scientists. The undergraduate statistics program includes concentrations in Mathematical Statistics, Data Science, and Data Analytics. Eight full-time statistics faculty provide students with quality instruction in modern statistical methods using hands-on real-world data.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate's primary assignments will be to teach both introductory and upper-level statistics courses and to work as part of a team to strengthen and grow the statistics programs in the department. The successful candidate will also be involved in the development of curricular materials, serve on department committees and be professionally active. In order to be considered for tenure, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to: 1) teach and/or perform assignment effectively; 2) conduct scholarly achievement or research; 3) continue preparation and study in discipline; 4) contribute to student growth and development; and 5) provide service to the university and community. (IFO Article 22, Section B)
*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: http://www.hr.mnscu.edu/contract_plans/documents/2015-2017_IFO_Contract.pdf

Qualifications

Required:

Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, Statistics Education, or closely related area by the appointment date.
Evidence of effective teaching with modern statistics education methods
Evidence of strong computing skills
Evidence of excellent communication skills
Evidence of demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Preferred: Preference will be given to candidates who have

Statistical consulting experience
Experience with Data Science tools/methods
Experience with engaging students in experiential learning through real-world projects

Application Procedure

Apply for this position directly at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/stcloudstate/default.cfm

Application Review begins January 15, 2017; position is open until filled. Only complete applications will be considered. A complete application will include the following:

Letter of application addressing the qualifications listed above
Curriculum vitae
Evidence of effective teaching (student and/or peer evaluations)
Names, telephone numbers, e-mail addresses of three (3) current professional references who can speak to the candidate's qualifications
Copies of transcripts (undergraduate/graduate/Ph.D.); if advanced to finalist, official transcripts will be required.

Contact Information:
Dr. Michael Ernst, Search Committee Chair
Phone: (320) 308-2175
E-mail: mailto:mdernst@stcloudstate.edu

St. Cloud State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at SCSU is Dr. Ellyn Bartges. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 102.

Virginia Tech
Department of Statistics

Biostatistician / Health Analytics Open Rank Faculty Search

Posted November 30, 2016

The Virginia Tech Department of Statistics (www.stat.vt.edu) invites applications for an open rank tenured or tenure track faculty position in biostatistics to begin in August 2017. Requirements include a Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, Biometry, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Informatics or a closely related field. The position is a 9-month, tenure or tenure-track appointment, with the opportunity to conduct additional extramurally funded research in the summer. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This position is part of a university-wide emphasis on data analytics and statistics that will include hiring up to 9 faculty in the coming year, including biostatistics and health analytics, at Virginia Tech. The successful applicant will:

Lead a biostatistics research program and expand institutional capabilities by promoting and supporting research in the health sciences, as well as fostering synergistic interactions among Virginia Tech faculty, to build a foundation for additional biostatistics research.
Collaborate with researchers, scientists, and clinicians from across the university as part of Virginia Tech's burgeoning health and medical research programs. Collaborating organizations include the Virginia Tech School of Medicine, the Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute, the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, the Virginia Tech Public Health Program, the School of Neuroscience, and the Department of Statistics.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will create and maintain a nationally prominent research program focused on biostatistical methods and applications. As a founding member of the Data Analytics and Decision Sciences destination area (http://research.vtc.vt.edu/), the Virginia Tech School of Medicine (http://medicine.vtc.vt.edu/), the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine (http://www.vetmed.vt.edu/) and the Virginia Tech Public Health Program (http://mph.vetmed.vt.edu/index.html).

Required qualifications

Applicants must have a strong background in biostatistics; compelling promise for developing, or in the case of senior applicants continuing, a well-funded, internationally distinguished research program of methodological and collaborative research; demonstrated experience with and commitment to interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research; a willingness to cross disciplinary boundaries to tackle complex scientific challenges; a desire to advise and teach a student body which is diverse with respect to socio-economic status, interests, and abilities; and commitment/sensitivity to address issues of diversity in the university community. Applicants must have earned a doctorate in a relevant discipline at the time of appointment.

Preferred qualifications

Preference will be given to senior candidates with a distinguished scholarly record of teaching and research in statistical methods applied in a medical or health context, a demonstrated track record of leadership in the development of biostatistics educational and research programs, and/or an interest in health analytics.

How to apply

Questions regarding the position can be directed to Professor Ron Fricker (rf@vt.edu), chair of the Faculty Search Committee and head of the Department of Statistics. Applications must be submitted online at http://listings.jobs.vt.edu (#TR0160168) and should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, research plan, and contact information for at least three references. Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2017 and will continue until the position is filled. As part of the hiring process, the successful applicant must pass a criminal background check.

Virginia Tech is committed to a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment and to principles that promote inclusive practices. Candidates are encouraged to address in their cover letters how their research, teaching, or service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusion in higher education. More information is available at www.inclusive.vt.edu/index.html. Virginia Tech is an EO/AA university, and offers a wide range of networking and development opportunities to women and minorities in science and engineering. The university recognizes that meeting the needs of today's professional couples is a key factor in recruiting and retaining new faculty and has established a dual career office to facilitate our commitment (www.hr.vt.edu/jobs/job_seeker/dualcareers/). The Department of Statistics offers a supportive environment, including a mentoring program to its junior faculty. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should notify Ms. Betty Higginbotham, Department of Statistics, Tel: (540) 231-5657, Email: higgvt@vt.edu.

University of Wisconsin, Madison WI
Department of Biostatistics and Medical Informatics

Posted November 10, 2016

The UW-Madison Department of Biostatistics and Medical Informatics is seeking a Researcher with a passion for data science, a Masters' degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Biometry, or a similar field, and a proficiency in SAS, R, and/or Stata. Previous experience in the application of statistics to biological or biomedical research, clinical trials or other clinical research, health services research, and/or population health is highly desirable. Ability to work in teams with other statisticians and biomedical specialists and to communicate statistical ideas to non-specialists required. New graduates are encouraged to apply! For more information or link to application, visit the UW website at: http://jobs.hr.wisc.edu/cw/en-us/job/493628/biostatistician.

University of Massachusetts, Amherst MA
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Posted October 24, 2016

Four Tenure Track Positions

Please see http://www.math.umass.edu/employment for detailed information.

University of Florida, Gainesville Fl

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Statistics
Posted October 24, 2016

Job Description
The Department of Statistics at the University of Florida invites applications for an open-rank, tenure-track faculty position to begin in August 2017. Successful candidates will have an established research program in statistics with an emphasis on data science and interests in interdisciplinary research contributing to the mission of the UF Informatics Institute. Candidates at the associate or full professor level should have an established record of publication in leading journals and success in obtaining extramural funding. Duties include teaching, research, and service.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. If an accommodation due to disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).

Salary
Salary is competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience, and includes a full benefits package.

Minimum Requirements
A PhD in statistics or a closely related field is required.

Intructions to Applicants
For full consideration, applications must be submitted online at http://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/cw/en-us/listing/ (job no. 499189) and must include: (1) a letter summarizing the applicant's qualifications, ongoing research directions, and interests in the Department, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, and (3) teaching/research statement. In addition, names and email address for three references must be provided on the application. An email will be sent automatically to your references, requesting them to upload their letter. Applications will be reviewed beginning November 14, 2016 as received and the position will remain open until filled.

The final candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

Questions?
Additional questions may be addressed to facultysearch@stat.ufl.edu.

Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA

Faculty Positions in Statistics
Posted October 24, 2016

Virginia Tech (www.vt.edu) has multiple faculty openings (from 2 up to 4) in the Department of Statistics (www.stat.vt.edu) to start Fall 2017 at our Blacksburg, VA campus. Appointment at the rank of collegiate assistant professor is preferred, but the associate level will be considered for exceptional candidates. These are full-time multi-year appointments (three years for assistant professors and five years for associate professors) with multi-year renewal upon successful review.

We seek candidates who are passionate about teaching statistics to undergraduate and graduate students. Responsibilities include teaching three courses per semester, where successful candidates will:

make significant contributions to our instruction in statistics, which includes modern computationally-intensive and massive data methods, as well as data science and analytics more broadly;
coordinate introductory and service courses, engage in a variety of significantly growing statistics curricula across the university, and lead efforts in curriculum enhancements and innovative pedagogy;
continue to develop professional capabilities and participate in scholarly activities, including travel to and participation in professional conferences and societies; and,
participate in department, college, and university service and governance, as well as professional service.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related field, including Education and Educational Psychology doctorates with a strong statistical emphasis, and have broad intellectual interests in statistics and statistics education along with a strong promise for being a leader in the instructional mission of the department. Desirable characteristics include a record of pedagogical achievement and vision, creativity, and leadership skills relevant to instruction. Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a teaching statement that specifically addresses your teaching experience and passion for communicating statistics and statistical methods to http://www.jobs.vt.edu (posting # TR0160135). Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but all applications received by February 1, 2017, will be guaranteed full consideration.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to Dr. Pang Du, Chair, Faculty Search Committee, Hutcheson Hall, 250 Drillfield Dr., Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, Tel: (540) 231-5198, Email: vtstat_search2017@vt.edu. Applications must be submitted online at http://www.jobs.vt.edu (posting # TR0160135). The application should include a cover letter, CV, and a statement of teaching interests as previously described. Please include names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses for three or more references in the cover letter.

As part of the hiring process, the successful applicant must pass a criminal background check.

Virginia Tech is an EO/AA university, and offers a wide range of networking and development opportunities to women and minorities in science and engineering. The university recognizes that meeting the needs of today's professional couples is a key factor in recruiting and retaining new faculty and has established a dual career office to facilitate our commitment (http://www.hr.vt.edu/jobs/job_seeker/dualcareers/). The Department of Statistics offers a supportive environment, including a mentoring program, to its junior faculty. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should notify Ms. Betty Higginbotham, Department of Statistics, Tel: (540) 231-5657, Email: higgvt@vt.edu.

Bureau of Labor Statistics, Washington DC

Research Fellow
Posted October 12, 2016

Are you interested in expanding your research to new and interesting domains? Are you doing research that could benefit the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)? If so, consider applying for our Research Fellow Program!

The program's main objective is to facilitate collaboration between academic scholars and government researchers in fields such as statistics, mathematics, economics, survey methodology, behavioral science, and other related fields. Research Fellows have unique opportunities to expand their work to address some of the difficult methodological problems and analytic challenges BLS faces. Fellows are funded to conduct research at the BLS headquarters in Washington, DC, use BLS data and facilities, and work closely with BLS staff.

There is more information available on our website at http://www.bls.gov/osmr/asa_nsf_bls_fellowship_info.htm or in our brochure at http://www.amstat.org/careers/pdfs/ASANSFBLSFellowshipProgram.pdf. Proposals are due January 2, 2017 with final decisions anticipated around April 15, 2017.

Fellowship applicants should have a recognized research record and considerable expertise in their area of proposed research. Applicants must submit a detailed research proposal, which will be evaluated on the applicability of the research to BLS programs, the value of the proposed research to science, and the quality of the applicant's research record. Applicants do not need to be U.S. Citizens, but they must be employed by a U.S. institution of higher learning or a non-profit institution (IRS code 501(c)(3) entity) and are expected to retain their position for the duration of the fellowship. U.S. Government employees are not eligible.

We encourage interested researchers to contact us before submitting a proposal, so we can provide assistance in tailoring the proposed topic to best utilize your skills and interests in addressing BLS issues.

The BLS coordinates our Research Fellow Program in cooperation with the American Statistical Association (http://www.amstat.org/) (ASA), under a grant from the National Science Foundation (http://www.nsf.gov/) (NSF).

Please contact Jeffrey Gonzalez (Gonzalez.Jeffrey@bls.gov) if you have any questions and please feel free to share this announcement with any colleagues who may have interest in the Fellowship Program.

University of Florida, Gainesville

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF STATISTICS
Posted October 7, 2016

Job Description
The Department of Statistics at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin in August 2017. We are particularly interested in candidates with research interests in the analysis of spatio-temporal data, statistical/machine learning, and other data intensive and computationally intensive areas. Duties include teaching, research, and service.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. If an accommodation due to disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).

Salary
Salary is competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience, and includes a full benefits package.

Minimum Requirements
A PhD in statistics or a closely related field is required.

Intructions to Applicants
For full consideration, applications must be submitted online at [http://jobs.ufl.edu/] job number 499048, and must include: (1) a letter summarizing the applicant's qualifications, ongoing research directions, and interests in the Department, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, and (3) teaching/research statement. In addition, names and email address for three references must be provided on the application. An email will be sent automatically to your references, requesting them to upload their letter. Review of applications will begin on November 14, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled.

The final candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at [http://www.naces.org/].

Questions?
Additional questions may be addressed to facultysearch@stat.ufl.edu.

The Ohio State University

Two Assistant Professors and One Open Rank
Department of Statistics
Posted October 7, 2016

Description:
The Department of Statistics in the College of Arts and Sciences at The Ohio State University invites applications for two tenure track assistant professor positions and an open rank position, to begin effective Autumn Semester 2017. We seek energetic researchers in areas of modern statistical methods, computation, and data analysis with preference for expertise as follows:

For the open-rank position, expertise in statistics and machine learning. An appointment at the associate or full professor level requires a demonstrated record of scholarly leadership. The assistant professor positions span a range of areas. One position is directed toward environmental analytics; the second position is directed toward predictive analytics. In all cases, commitments to both methodological research and scientific collaboration are required. Interests in applications to decision analysis in the presence of uncertainty, complex systems, including physical and biological systems as well as those involving human behavior and well-being are of special interest. Faculty members are expected to be dedicated to the development and delivery of educational programs at all levels. Experience working in interdisciplinary teams and mentoring members of underrepresented groups is a plus.

This position is partially funded by Translational Data Analytics, a focus area of Ohio State's Discovery Themes Initiative, a significant faculty hiring investment in key thematic areas in which the university can build on its culture of academic collaboration to make a global impact: http://discovery.osu.edu/.

Qualifications:
Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. in Statistics, or a related area, by the start of Autumn Semester 2017, and to present evidence of excellence in teaching and in both methodological and collaborative research. Further information about the department can be found at http://www.stat.osu.edu/. Appointment is contingent on the university's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

Application Instructions:
Candidates for all positions should apply to Academic Jobs Online at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/7935. All candidates will be considered for all advertised positions, as judged appropriate by the search committee. Therefore, a single application suffices for all. A complete application consists of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, and three letters of reference, on letterhead, submitted directly to Academic Jobs Online by the writers. For appointment as an assistant professor, transcripts should be included. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2016. Applications will continue to be accepted until the positions are filled. Inquiries may be directed to Mario Peruggia at facultysearch@stat.osu.edu.

The Ohio State University is committed to establishing a culturally and intellectually diverse environment, encouraging all members of our learning community to reach their full potential. We are responsive to dual-career families and strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. We are an NSF Advance Institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).

The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

The University of California, San Diego

Tenure-Track Faculty Position
Department of Mathematics
Posted October 3, 2016

The Department of Mathematics, within the Division of Physical Sciences at the University of California, San Diego (http://www.math.ucsd.edu), invites applications for up to four tenure-track positions. One of the positions is expected to be filled in applied mathematics (including statistics), and the other positions are open to applicants from all areas of pure and applied mathematics and statistics with a preference for topology or a related field. All positions are subject to budgetary approval.

The University is committed to an excellent and diverse staff, faculty, and student body. Successful candidates will be evaluated on research and teaching accomplishments, as well as leadership in areas contributing to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Candidates must receive their PhD prior to their first quarter of teaching. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and based on UC pay scales. The starting date for the positions will be July 1, 2017. Review of applications will commence on November 1, 2016 and continue until the positions are filled.

Submit applications online through www.mathjobs.org
For the Assistant Professor position apply here: https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/jobs/8982

Applications should include the following:
* 3 Reference Letters
(at least one letter should address teaching experience in some depth)
* Curriculum Vitae
* Research Statement
* Teaching Statement
* Publications List
* Statement describing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity,and inclusion (see http://facultyequity.ucsd.edu/Faculty-Applicant-C2D-Info.asp)

For applicants interested in spousal/partner employment, please visit the UCSD Partner Opportunities Program at https://academicaffairs.ucsd.edu/aps/partneropp/index.html

UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

The University of California, San Diego

Tenure-Track Faculty Position
Department of Mathematics
Posted October 3, 2016

The Department of Mathematics, within the Division of Physical Sciences at the University of California, San Diego (http://www.math.ucsd.edu), invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions. This is a broad search that is open to applicants from all areas of pure and applied mathematics and statistics. Successful candidates must have a PhD and demonstrated potential for excellence in both teaching and research.

The University is committed to an excellent and diverse staff, faculty, and student body. Preferred candidates will have the potential for leadership in areas contributing to diversity, equity, and inclusion and will have a desire to play a future role in helping to shape and expand the University’s diversity initiatives http://diversity.ucsd.edu/. We especially welcome candidates who have experience with and wish to contribute to programs that increase the access and success of underrepresented students and faculty in mathematics. Positions are subject to availability of funding.

Candidates must receive their PhD prior to their first quarter of teaching. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and based on UC pay scales. The starting date for the position will be July 1, 2017. Review of applications will commence on November 1, 2016 and continue until the position is filled.

Submit applications online through (https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/jobs/8954)

For applicants interested in spousal/partner employment, please visit the UCSD Partner Opportunities Program at https://academicaffairs.ucsd.edu/aps/partneropp/index.html

Applications should include the following:
* 3 Reference Letters
(at least one letter should address teaching experience in some depth)
* Curriculum Vitae
* Publications List
* Research Statement
* Teaching Statement
* Statement describing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity,and inclusion (see http://facultyequity.ucsd.edu/Faculty-Applicant-C2D-Info.asp)

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

The Carolina Postdoctoral Program for Faculty Diversity
Posted September 30, 2016

As part of a continuing commitment to building a culturally diverse intellectual community and advancing scholars from underrepresented groups in higher education, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Carolina Postdoctoral Program for Faculty Diversity is pleased to announce the availability of postdoctoral research appointments for a period of two years. The purpose of the Program is to develop scholars from underrepresented groups for possible tenure track appointments at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and other research universities. Postdoctoral scholars will be engaged full-time in research and may teach only one course per fiscal year. Applications for study in any discipline represented at the University are welcome. Department of Statistics and Operations Research at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill strongly encourages candidates interested in statistics, operations research, probability, and analytics to apply.

The stipend is $47,476 per calendar year. Funds are available for research expenses, including travel. Interested applicants who will have completed their doctoral degree no later than July 1, 2017 and no earlier than July 1, 2012 are eligible to apply. The primary criterion for selection is evidence of scholarship potentially competitive for tenure track appointments at the University of North Carolina and other research universities. An important secondary criterion is the support of prospective departments. Preference will be given to U.S. citizens and permanent residents. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill strongly encourages applications from African American, Native American and Hispanic American scholars.

Interested applicants should apply online at https://apps.research.unc.edu/postdoc_fd/. Directions for the electronic submission are provided at the application site. For additional information, please visit the program website at http://research.unc.edu/carolina-postdocs/index.htm. Questions may be directed to Program Coordinator Jennifer Pruitt in the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at jennifer_pruitt@unc.edu.

The application deadline is 5:00PM EST Tuesday, November 15, 2016 with recommendations due by November 15, 2016.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE & PUBLIC HEALTH

SUPERVISING SCIENTIST
DEPARTMENT OF BIOSTATISTICS & MEDICAL INFORMATICS
Posted September 30, 2016

The Department of Biostatistics and Medical Informatics (BMI) of the UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) seeks a supervising scientist beginning fall, 2016. The successful applicant will have a doctoral degree (PhD, ScD, or equivalent) in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field and be ready to function at the Associate or Senior Scientist level.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the administrative and scientific oversight of a growing team (currently 7 FTE) MS-level and PhD-level biostatisticians who are deployed in support of collaborative research efforts throughout SMPH. The successful applicant will work closely with the faculty directors of the research cores and the department chair to ensure that the goals of BMI and the cores are met. The research cores include Biostatistics Epidemiology and Research Design (BERD) in the Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (ICTR) and the Biostatistics Shared Resource (BSR) in the UW Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC). Additionally, the successful applicant will coordinate and provide scientific oversight of MS-level researchers deployed to SMPH departments, including the Departments of Family Medicine and Community Health, Pediatrics, and Radiology.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a world-class academic institution with an international reputation for basic, applied, and interdisciplinary research. UW-Madison regularly ranks in the top 10 or 12 among U.S. public universities, and regularly surpasses $1 billion in annual research expenditures. Madison provides a vibrant, culturally rich environment highly ranked in national surveys for quality of life. The BMI department also provides an exceptional environment for academic activity and interdisciplinary collaboration. BMI faculty collaborate with scientists across UW and the state, including the Institute for Clinical and Translational Research, the UW Carbone Cancer Center, the Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation, the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery, and the Morgridge Institute for Research. BMI maintains strong ties to the world-class Departments of Computer Sciences and of Statistics, through which many of its graduate students are trained. BMI is home to a Center for Predictive Computational Phenotyping, funded under the NIH “Big Data to Knowledge” initiative.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by October 21, 2016, although late applications may be accepted. Please view the full position description and apply online at: https://www.ohr.wisc.edu/Weblisting/External/PVLSummaryApply.aspx?pvl_num=88229

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding the applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. A criminal background check will be required prior to employment.

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE & PUBLIC HEALTH

A key consideration is the ability and interest to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

Successful candidates will maintain superb research programs that ideally involve applications to high throughput biological experiments, genetics and genomics, precision medicine, clinical trials, population health research or health services research, and/or the improvement of clinical care. It is expected that the candidate will attract and maintain external funding to support his/her program, and will collaborate with scientists at UW-Madison, either in the SMPH and/or across campus, and/or its partner institutions. Additional responsibilities will include training graduate students, teaching, and participating in professional, university, and community service appropriate to rank.

AA/EOE. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding the applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. A criminal background check will be required prior to employment.

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE & PUBLIC HEALTH

ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR
DEPARTMENT OF BIOSTATISTICS & MEDICAL INFORMATICS
Posted September 22, 2016

The Department of Biostatistics & Medical Informatics (BMI) at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health (SMPH) seeks tenure track assistant, associate, and full professors starting around July 2017. Candidates should have a doctoral degree (PhD, SciD, or equivalent) in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biomedical Informatics, Computer Science, or a closely related quantitative area. Key areas of interest include bioinformatics, biomedical informatics, translational bioinformatics, biomedical image analysis, computer vision, and/or clinical research informatics. Other relevant methodological expertise may include, but is not limited to, machine learning, database theory and methods and/or data mining, natural language processing, data privacy and security, and human-computer interaction. A key consideration is the ability and interest to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.Department of Mathematical Sciences at Appalachian State University invites applications for a tenure-track, nine-month faculty position in Statistics at the rank of assistant or associate professor beginning August 2017.

Successful candidates will maintain a superb research program that ideally involves applications to high throughput biological experiments, genetics and genomics, precision medicine, clinical trials, population health research or health services research, and/or the improvement of clinical care. It is expected that the candidate will attract and maintain external funding to support his/her program, and will collaborate with scientists at UW-Madison, either in the SMPH and/or across campus, and/or its partner institutions. Additional responsibilities will include training graduate students, teaching, and participating in professional, university, and community service appropriate to rank.duties of this position include teaching statistics courses, establishing and maintaining an active program of scholarship, and participating in service activities including assisting in the actuarial science program. The standard teaching load is 18 hours per year. Additional duties may include advising students, either in our actuarial science program or mathematics majors with a concentration in statistics, developing curricula, and teaching on-line and/or face-to-face at off-campus sites.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 15, 2016, although late applications may be accepted. Please see:
http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/Weblisting/External/PVLSummaryApply.aspx?pvl_num=87874. To aid in applicant screening, please indicate primary area of interest as “biomedical informatics” in cover letter. AA/EOE. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding the applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. A criminal background check will be required prior to employment.

Appalachian State University
Boone, North Carolina

Assistant Professor of Statistics
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Posted August 28, 2016

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at Appalachian State University invites applications for a tenure-track, nine-month faculty position in Statistics at the rank of assistant or associate professor beginning August 2017.

The duties of this position include teaching statistics courses, establishing and maintaining an active program of scholarship, and participating in service activities including assisting in the actuarial science program. The standard teaching load is 18 hours per year. Additional duties may include advising students, either in our actuarial science program or mathematics majors with a concentration in statistics, developing curricula, and teaching on-line and/or face-to-face at off-campus sites.

A doctorate in statistics, actuarial science, statistics education or a closely related field is required along with the potential to be an effective teacher at the undergraduate and graduate levels and to conduct an effective scholarship agenda. The ideal candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be able to teach courses related to actuarial science, have scholarship that complements that of current faculty members, and have documented experience with or potential to work with undergraduate students both in and out of the classroom.

The Department of Mathematical Sciences consists of 29 tenured or tenure track faculty as well as more than 20 full- and part-time non-tenure track faculty. The department offers undergraduate degrees in actuarial science, and mathematics with concentrations in statistics, secondary education, business, life sciences, physical sciences, and computation. The department also offers an M.A. with concentrations in either secondary education or college teaching. The department currently has about 250 undergraduate majors and 21 graduate students. Appalachian State University is a member institution of the sixteen-campus University of North Carolina. Located in Boone, North Carolina, the university has approximately 18,000 students, primarily in bachelors and masters programs in both liberal arts and applied fields. Appalachian has both a traditional residential campus and a variety of distance education programs. Additional information about the Department of Mathematical Sciences, the university, and the surrounding area is located at: www.mathsci.appstate.edu.

A complete application must include a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of scholarship plans, vita, graduate transcripts, and three current letters of reference. Applications should be sent to Dr. Alan T. Arnholt, Chair Statistics Search, Department of Mathematical Sciences, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC 28608 or to statsearch@appstate.edu. The initial review of complete applications will begin October 12, 2016, and will continue until the position is filled.

Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Alan T. Arnholt at arnholtat@appstate.edu. Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report. Documentation of identity and employability of the applicant will be required before the hiring process can be finalized.

Senior Epidemiologist/Statistician

JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc.
Boston, MA
Posted July 19, 2016

Founded in 1978, JSI is a public health research and management consulting organization with a mission to improve the health of individuals and communities worldwide with a particular focus on underserved and vulnerable populations. JSI supports organizations through research and evaluation, epidemiology/analytic support, policy development, strategic planning, and training and technical assistance to address complex problems while building community systems and organizational capacity.

We are currently seeking a Senior Epidemiologist/Statistician to contribute to U.S. based projects. TheSenior Epidemiologist/Statistician will provide internal and external technical guidance in the areas of sampling, study design, advanced data analysis, as well as program evaluation design.

For more information and to apply: http://jsi.com/JSIInternet/Careers/jobdescription.cfm?id=95266

JSI - R & T is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer committed to workplace diversity. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, disability, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, sexual preference, genetic information, political affiliation, or protected veteran status in any employment decisions. M/F/V/D

Data Specialist

JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc.
Boston, MA
Posted July 19, 2016

We are currently seeking a Data Specialist to contribute to U.S. based projects. The Data Specialist will assist in the design and implementation of public health data collection systems for the purposes of needs assessment, program evaluation, continuous quality improvement, and research in a variety of public health areas, including HIV/AIDS, substance abuse/mental health, electronic health records/health information technology, health disparities, and implementation of the Affordable Care Act.

For more information and to apply: http://jsi.com/JSIInternet/Careers/jobdescription.cfm?id=95265

Research Associate (open rank)

University of Chicago Department of Public Health Sciences
Chicago, IL

Req# 02953
Posted April 8, 2016

The University of Chicago's Department of Public Health Sciences' Biostatistics Laboratory (BL) is seeking individuals with a PhD in Statistics or Biostatistics (or a closely related field) and at least five years of relevant experience for appointment as a Research Associate (open rank). Knowledge of statistics and statistical software, excellent technical writing and oral communication skills, and commitment to collaborative research is required. Expertise or knowledge in one or more of the following areas is preferred: longitudinal data analysis, survival analysis, research design (clinical and population based), clinical trials, functional data analysis, signal processing, analysis of fMRI data, and statistical genetics. The primary activity of a Research Associate is academic research in association with faculty members or team.

Those interested must apply through the University of Chicago's Academic Career Opportunities website at http://tinyurl.com/h24ygkh by uploading a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, and the names of at least three references. To complete the application, three letters of reference must be received by the BL Academic Search Committee at BLapplications@health.bsd.uchicago.edu. Review of applications will begin on June 1, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination at http://www.uchicago.edu/about/non_discrimination_statement/. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5671 or email ACOppAdministrator@uchicago.edu with their request.

http://tinyurl.com/h24ygkh

Director of Statistical Collaboration/Consulting and Outreach

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA

Posted April 3, 2016

Virginia Tech is recruiting a professor of practice in the Department of Statistics (www.stat.vt.edu) to start in late spring or summer of 2016 at our Blacksburg, VA Campus. Appointment at the rank of assistant or associate professor of practice is preferred, but the full level will be considered for exceptional candidates.

The Laboratory for Interdisciplinary Statistical Analysis (LISA; www.lisa.stat.vt.edu) is an innovative approach to statistical consulting and collaboration in support of research and education at Virginia Tech. This position supports the educational mission of the Department of Statistics by training and educating graduate statistics students to successfully collaborate with researchers of other disciplines and to serve as statistical consultants more broadly. The position also supports the research mission of the wider university, including a variety of research institutes, by developing and managing statistics analytical capacity for research efforts across the university and helping to promote good statistical practice throughout the academic enterprise. This is is a rare opportunity to lead and enhance the Laboratory for Interdisciplinary Statistical Analysis, whose roots go back to 1948.

Statisticians whose research and experience straddle or transcend traditional academic boundaries are especially encouraged to apply.

Expectations for this position include: leading, managing, and expanding a highly visible, vigorous statistical consulting and collaboration program; effectively developing and facilitating collaborative relationships throughout the university; providing effective instruction to a diverse population of graduate students, which typically consists of: (a) teaching one class per year focused on statistical consulting and collaboration and (b) training students to serve as effective consultants and collaborators in LISA; continuing development of professional capabilities; participation in department, college, and university governance; and professional service. The faculty handbook (available at www.provost.vt.edu) provides a complete description of faculty responsibilities.

Applicants must have a strong background in applied statistics, including either an M.S. in Statistics with extensive professional experience or a Ph.D. in Statistics or a closely-related field; demonstrated ability and experience collaborating with researchers from diverse fields; willingness to cross disciplinary boundaries to tackle complex scientific challenges; a desire to advise and teach a student body which is diverse with respect to socio-economic status, interests, and abilities; and commitment/sensitivity to address issues of diversity in the university community. Applicants must have earned a master’s or doctorate in Statistics or a related quantitative field at the time of appointment. The position may require occasional travel.

Preference will be given to candidates with: (1) experience successfully managing one or more research or statistical collaboration/consulting organizations, both operationally and financially, and ideally management experience both within and outside of academia; (2) demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with students, faculty, and particularly senior managers and university administrators; (3) demonstrated experience with managing an organization within budgetary constraints, as well as the ability to effectively develop lines of business and funding that facilitate organizational growth.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to Professor Ron Fricker (rf@vt.edu). Applications must be submitted online at http://listings.jobs.vt.edu (#016195TR) and should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a statistical consulting philosophy statement, a statement of teaching philosophy that describes an integrated vision for education and statistical consulting, and contact information for at least three references. Review of applications will begin on May 1, 2016 and interviews may start as early as May 15, 2016. As part of the hiring process, the successful applicant must pass a criminal background check. Virginia Tech is an EO/AA university, and offers a wide range of networking and development opportunities to women and minorities in science and engineering, and additionally provides a competitive dual hiring program for couples. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodation in the application process should notify Ms. Mikhelle Taylor, College of Science, (540) 231-5422, or call TTY 1-800-828-1120.