Professor of Statistics - Military Veterans

The Department of Statistics at the University of Chicago, with the Center for the Physics of Evolving Systems, invites applications for a tenured faculty position at the rank of Full Professor. The Department of Statistics is the home to a world-class faculty who study statistical, computational and mathematical approaches to a wide range of problems. The Center for the Physics of Evolving Systems was formed to study the robustness of biological systems designed via evolution. We seek applicants who are recognized leaders in applying quantitative approaches to study the robustness of biological systems. Applicants are expected to have a demonstrated research excellence appropriate to the rank. Duties will include leading research programs that will produce significant contributions to a field, and teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Appointment will be made in the Department of Statistics.

Required: A PhD in Statistics, Applied Mathematics or related field. Candidates must have evidence of leadership in their field, successful independent research, and a demonstrated track record of mentoring PhD students and/or postdoctoral researchers.

Applications must be submitted online through the University of Chicago?s Academic Jobs website: apply.interfolio.com/159281 . Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. Central Standard Time on December 31, 2024.

The following materials are required:

1. cover letter;
2. curriculum vitae including a list of publications;
3. Research statement describing past and current research accomplishments and outlining future research plans;
4. Teaching statement describing teaching/mentoring experience and philosophies.

The following materials may be requested:

1. Up to three sample publications;
2. Names of three or more people who can provide confidential letters of recommendation.

All University departments and institutes are charged with building a faculty from a diversity of backgrounds and with diverse viewpoints; with cultivating an inclusive community that values freedom of expression; and with welcoming and supporting all their members.

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages diverse perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. The University?s Statements on Diversity are at https://provost.uchicago.edu/statements-diversity .

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination .

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.