University of Delaware, Human Resources

Position ID:

3671-AES [#27754, 502474]

Position Title:

Open Rank Professor of Statistics and Director of Online M.S in Applied Statistics

Position Type:

Open Rank

Position Location:

Newark, Delaware 19716, United States of America

Subject Area:

Statistics

Appl Deadline:

(posted 2025/11/24, listed until 2026/05/24)

Position Description:

Full-Time Faculty Position in Statistics (Open Rank, Continuing Track) and Director, Online M.S. in Applied Statistics

The Department of Applied Economics and Statistics at the University of Delaware invites applications for a full-time, open-rank Continuing Track (CT) faculty position in Statistics, beginning Fall 2026. This position includes a concurrent administrative appointment as Director of the Online M.S. in Applied Statistics program.

Continuing Track (CT) is the University’s permanent, non-tenure career path, offering a stable and rewarding academic trajectory. CT faculty hold the same academic titles as tenure-line faculty and benefit from multi-year contracts, sabbatical eligibility, a parallel promotion process, and participation in shared governance.

This 9-month academic appointment includes responsibilities in undergraduate and graduate teaching, student advising, program administration, and instructional development. Approximately 62.5% of the role is dedicated to teaching and 37.5% to service and administration, including leadership of the online M.S. program.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a closely related field. Demonstrates excellence in teaching undergraduate statistics, with effectiveness in engaging students, clearly communicating complex concepts, and supporting student learning. Substantial applied experience in statistical analysis in research, industry, or professional settings. Experience teaching graduate-level statistics courses. Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supporting learning environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in program leadership or project management. Experience directing or administering graduate programs. Experience in online or hybrid teaching modalities. Evidence of successful mentoring and engagement in professional development.

Salary:

University of Delaware salaries and fringe benefit packages are highly competitive. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Deadline:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Priority review will be given to applications received before December 15.

For questions about the position, contact Dr. Dianne Sisofo (sisofodf@udel.edu), Chair of the Search Committee and Assistant Professor of Statistics, Department of Applied Economics and Statistics, University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware.

Application Instructions:

Please submit the following materials:

Letter of application. Curriculum vitae. Teaching statement, which includes a list of courses you have taught. Statement of your vision for the MS Applied Statistics program. Statement outlining your contributions to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Contact information of at least three professional references. Submitted documents will be shared with departmental faculty.

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Contact: Dr. Dianne Sisofo

Email: email address

Postal Mail:

: Human Resources
550 S. College Avenue, Ste 201
Newark, DE 19713

Web Page: www.udel.edu