West Virginia University, Mathematics

Position ID: WVUMath-TT [#20940]
Position Title: Assistant or Associate Professor of Data Sciences, Eberly College of Arts & Sciences- 20841
Position Type: Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location: Morgantown, West Virginia 26506, United States [map] sort by distance
Application Deadline: 2022/11/14 11:59PMhelp popup finished (2022/10/04, finished 2023/05/20)
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Assistant or Associate Professors of Data Science

School of Mathematical and Data Sciences

West Virginia University

The School of Mathematical and Data Sciences at West Virginia University invites applications for two Assistant or Associate Professor positions in Data Science starting August 2023. These are 9-month, full-time, tenure-track/tenured positions with full benefits. We especially welcome scholars whose research areas include big data computing, data management and acquisition, natural language processing and image processing.

The successful applicants must have 1) a PhD or equivalent degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a closely related field by the time of appointment; 2) demonstrated ability to develop a vigorous and externally funded research program; 3) strong potential for outstanding contribution to the School’s undergraduate teaching and research missions; 4) active in interdisciplinary collaborations.

Data Sciences is one of the four academic units housed in the School and is in an expansion phase with a plan for ongoing hiring over the next few years as the undergraduate program grows. These hires will help to define the future research and academic programs within this new degree. The other three units in the School are Mathematics, The Institute of Math Learning, and Statistics. There is considerable interest from faculty and students in the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences, the Chambers College of Business and Economics, the College of Health Sciences, and the Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources in collaborative research with faculty and students in Data Sciences. The teaching load is 2 courses or course equivalents per semester. The successful candidates will be expected to teach classes that complement the Department’s current offerings in the undergraduate major and minor programs.

WVU is a R1 research land grant university located within 90 minutes of Pittsburgh and 3.5 hours from the Washington/Baltimore area. Morgantown has been recognized as one of the most livable small cities in the U.S. There are extensive recreational opportunities, excellent public schools, and a supportive University environment in which to develop a visible and productive career. The WVU Dual Career Program is available to assist candidates with suitable employment opportunities for spouses or partners.

Qualifications

To apply, please visit WVU Careers,. Upload 1) a CV, 2) a 3-page maximum application letter that also addresses teaching and research, 3) a list of names of 3 references with complete contact information. Please upload the 3 documents separately in the application system. Those candidates invited for on campus interviews may be asked for further materials at a later date.

The screening process will begin November 14, 2022, and continue until the positions are filled. For more information, please visit our website or contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Snehalata Huzurbazar (snehalata.huzurbazar@mail.wvu.edu).

At West Virginia University, we leverage our talents and resources to create a better future for our state and the world. As West Virginia's land-grant university, WVU has three campuses that touch each corner of the state. The WVU System includes 518 buildings on 15,880 acres, Extension Service offices in all 55 counties, ten experimental farms and four forests. From the groundbreaking R1 research of our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs of WVU Potomac State in Keyser to the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley — the contributions of WVU employees directly impact the 1.8 million people of West Virginia every day, no matter their role or position.

Service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation are the core values that unite Mountaineers, inspiring one another to work tirelessly and support others as they seek to reach new heights. After all, when you're a Mountaineer, impossible is just another mountain to climb. Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic learning environment is core to WVU’s academic mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.

To learn more about West Virginia University, visit go.wvu.edu. View current career opportunities at careers.wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.


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Contact: Dr. Snehalata Huzurbazar
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Postal Mail:
320 Armstrong Hall
Box 6310
Morgantown, WV 26506