University of Houston, Department of Mathematics
Position ID:
370-FP [#27259, 494858]
Position Title:
Professor in Data Science with Focus on Statistical Modeling and Computation
Position Type:
Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Houston, Texas 77204, United States of America
Subject Area:
Data Science (Statistical Modeling and Computation)
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2025/10/06, listed until 2026/04/06)
Position Description:
Position Description
The Department of Mathematics at the University of Houston invites applications for a position at the rank of Full Professor to begin Fall 2026. We are looking for strong candidates whose scholarship integrates data science, with focus on statistical modeling and computation. The ideal candidate will have expertise in areas of data science such as machine learning, predictive modeling, decision-making under uncertainty, artificial intelligence, or computational statistics. This position is expected to strengthen collaborations with the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Data Science Institute, the UH College of Medicine, and other departments across the university. Qualifications: Applicants must have an earned Ph.D. degree in Mathematics or Statistics or a closely related field. Candidates for this position must have demonstrated distinguished records in all aspects of research, teaching, and leadership with a sustained vibrant research program funded by competitive funding agencies. They are expected to develop and foster nationally recognized, cross-disciplinary research programs. Required Attachments: ● Cover Letter ● Curriculum Vitae ● Research Statement ● Statement of Teaching Philosophy ● Name and Contact Information for four references, one of which addresses teaching (letters to be submitted by the reference writers) Application Reviews: Applicant screening will begin November 17, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled To be considered for this position, candidates must apply via the UH Career Webpage: https://careers.uh.edu/jobs/full-professor-data-science-statistical-modeling-and-computation-houston-texas-united-statesApplication Materials Required:
- Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Four reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site
)
- And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info:
Department of Mathematics
University of Houston
4800 Calhoun
Houston, TX 77204-3008
University of Houston
4800 Calhoun
Houston, TX 77204-3008