Union College – Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Statistics
Company NameUnion College
Position TitleTenure-Track Assistant Professor of Statistics
Company Information
Department of Mathematics
Union College
Schenectady, NY 12308
Duties and Responsibilities
This position will play a key role in our growing Statistics, Data Analytics, and Financial & Actuarial Mathematics programs. Union currently has established minors in these three programs. The long-term goal is to grow these programs to majors. While a strong theoretical background in statistics is required, candidates who also have practical experience in addressing real problems with statistics, and who can teach practical statistical thinking and analysis of data for a specific purpose and within a specific context, are particularly desired. The teaching load is two courses per trimester with one course release during the first year.
The successful hire will 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.
Position Qualifications
The position is open to candidates who will have a Ph.D. in statistics by September 2027, who have strong teaching credentials in undergraduate statistics, and have a record of scholarly achievement that suggests a continuing commitment to scholarship in any sub-fields within statistics.
Salary Range$93,000-$96,000
Benefits
We offer exceptional benefits including
• Healthcare, 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 Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents
Position or Company Websitemathjobs.org
Application Instructions
Please submit the following materials online at Mathjobs.org.
• Cover letter.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Research Statement. Please also describe how you will conduct your research at an undergraduate institution, and, if applicable, share any ideas for potentially involving undergraduate students in that work.
• Teaching Statement. We also welcome evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as successful outcomes in student learning, feedback from peers or mentors, and other relevant information. Please convey how your teaching, mentorship, and/or community service will support Union’s commitment to inclusion. This should include your strategies for creating an inclusive classroom environment for all students.
Candidates selected for the first round of interviews will be asked to supply the names of three references, at least one of whom can speak to teaching qualifications.