The Mathematics Department in the College of Natural Sciences and mathematics at the University of Houston expects to hire a Research Associate 1. The position will be for two years, with the possibility of a one year renewal. The successful applicant will conduct research in an area compatible with the research interests of the Mathematics Department. For this position we are especially interested in statistics and data analysis. In addition the successful applicant will teach one course per semester in our professional graduate program Master of Science in Statistics and Data Science.

Screening of applications will begin as soon as possible and the search will continue until the position is filled.

Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. Degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, or Applied/Computational Mathematics with strong statistics background.

Additional Positing Information: The University of Houston one of the most diverse research universities in the nation. It is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. minorities, women, veterans and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Salary will be commensurate with experience. Employee Status: Regular/Benefits

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University of Houston’s standard job description: Possesses, understands, and applies a comprehensive knowledge that crosses fields of specialization. Understands and uses effective management techniques. Duties: Designs, operates and analyzes large experiments or research projects. May serve as liaison with other areas of specialization to obtain support or technical expertise for projects. Recommends major changesin procedures or processes for research investigations. May personally conduct important and/or technically complex investigations. Supervision: Operates with considerable latitude for un-reviewed action. Provides direction and supervision of graduate or undergraduate research assistants involved in experiments or research.