University of Maryland Baltimore County, Mathematics/Statistics

Position ID:

UMBC-PDSTAT2026 [#28335]

Position Title:

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in Statistics

Position Type:

Postdoctoral

Position Location:

Baltimore, Maryland 21250, United States of America

Subject Areas:

Statistics, statistical foundations of data science, artificial intelligence and machine learning, theoretical statistics and probability, uncertainty quantification, or computational statistics.

Appl Deadline:

none (posted 2026/04/15)

Position Description:

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in Statistics beginning in fall 2026, preferably with an interest or focus on statistical foundations of data science, artificial intelligence and machine learning, theoretical statistics and probability, uncertainty quantification, or computational statistics.

The appointment is for a fixed term, but renewable upon satisfactory performance and funding availability. Candidates should have finished their Ph.D. in statistics, biostatistics, machine learning, or a related field before their appointment start date. Successful candidates are expected to conduct research, collaborate with faculty members, and apply for external funding. An option for teaching classes in addition to the above responsibilities also exists.

Qualifications Candidates in all areas of statistics and data science may apply. Our interests include but are not limited to high-dimensional statistics; Bayesian statistics; resampling techniques; digital twins; uncertainty quantification; foundations of machine learning and artificial intelligence; optimization theory and numerical optimization with applications to data science; statistical applications to biomedical problems and precision medicine.

Applicants should apply using: Interfolio https://apply.interfolio.com/184147

Applicants should submit (a) a cover letter; (b) a curriculum vitae that includes publications; (c) a description of research interests and research plans; (d) have two letters of recommendation submitted on their behalf.

Apply by May 13, 2026 for best consideration. The position will remain open until it is filled.

The UMBC is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. UMBC values gender, ethnic and racial diversity; women, members of ethnic minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. UMBC is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Award to increase the participation of women in academic careers.

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Contact: Ansu Chatterjee

Email: email address

Postal Mail:

: University of Maryland Baltimore County
1000 Hilltop Circle
MP 410
Baltimore, Maryland 21250

Web Page: https://mathstat.umbc.edu/