University of Alaska Fairbanks, Department of Mathematics and Statistics

Position ID:

3207-APSTAT [#27410]

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Statistics

Position Type:

Tenured/Tenure-track faculty

Position Location:

Fairbanks, Alaska 99775, United States of America

Subject Area:

Statistics

Appl Deadline:

(posted 2025/10/17, listed until 2026/04/17)

Position Description:

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at University of Alaska Fairbanks seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Statistics to begin Fall 2026. Successful candidates in Statistics and Data Science will have a record of research excellence, or give evidence of promising research potential, and will show a commitment to effective and engaged teaching. Faculty are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate statistics courses to a diverse student body, develop a vibrant research program, supervise graduate students, provide statistical consulting to the university research community, and serve on departmental and university committees. The successful applicant will find numerous opportunities for collaboration with UAF faculty and state and federal agency scientists working in areas such as ecology, fisheries and wildlife science, geology and geophysics, engineering and mathematics education.

As a tenure-track Department member the successful candidate will teach introductory and upper-division undergraduate courses in statistics, as well as graduate courses in statistical theory and applications, to a mix of majors and non-majors. The typical teaching load will be 4 courses per 9 month academic year. Research in statistical theory and/or applications that meets national and international standards is expected, including publication of peer-reviewed articles, books, and monographs. The goal of quality research is most important, but sustained production is also expected. For applicants with an applied research area, collaboration with a broader research community is appropriate and encouraged. Presentation of research at conferences and workshops is expected, and pursuit of competitive grants is encouraged.

This position is open until filled. However a 1st review of applications will occur on November 17, 2025. To ensure consideration, make sure all required documents listed a the application website are submitted prior to 11:59 pm AKST, November 16, 202.

We are not accepting applications for this job through MathJobs.Org right now. Please apply at https://careers.alaska.edu/jobs/531493 .

Contact: Sheri Hall

Email: email address

Postal Mail:

: P.O. Box 756660
Fairbanks, AK 99775

Web Page: https://www.uaf.edu/dms/