Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Faculty Position in Statistics

The School of Science and Mathematics at Truman State University is seeking applicants for at least one full-time tenure-track position in Statistics to begin August 2023. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

Responsibilities: Successful candidates will provide classroom instruction in undergraduate statistics classes offered by the Department of Statistics, advise and mentor undergraduate and master's level students, maintain scholarly activity consistent with the teacher-scholar model, assist with curriculum development, serve on departmental and university committees, and perform other duties as assigned. Ample opportunities for additional summer teaching and research mentoring are available.

Required Qualifications:

●            A doctoral degree in statistics or a closely related field with substantial coursework in statistics — ABD candidates (with expected completion at the date of employment, and actual completion not later than within one year of employment) will be considered.

●            Coursework or programming experience using R Statistical Software.

Desired Qualifications: Candidates will receive preferred consideration for:

●            Academic qualifications and previous relevant experience beyond the minimum listed above;

●            Demonstrated potential for and evidence of excellence in teaching college-level statistics,

●            Ability to teach a variety of relevant statistics courses (including mid-level inference courses and upper-level courses) and related areas (including data science, actuarial science, mathematics, computer science, and related interdisciplinary fields such as environmental science, biostatistics, or applied analytics);

●            Skill and background with modern statistical software (including R) and other modern software tools;

●            Ability to advise students and mentor undergraduate and master's level research projects;

●            Evidence of potential for research activity consistent with the teacher-scholar model;

●            Evidence of strong oral, writing, and interpersonal skills; and

●            Ability to support Truman’s liberal arts and sciences mission inside and outside of the department, including an understanding of how statistics and data science students consider communication, ethics, and their broader impact on society.

Salary and Benefits: Starting annual salary is $61,000. Truman offers a benefits package including life, health, and disability insurance, and partial reimbursement for moving expenses.

Program: The Department of Statistics and Data Science at Truman State University has, in addition to an undergraduate statistics major with concentrations in classical statistics and data science, recently launched an online Professional Masters Degree in Data Science and Analytic Storytelling and an undergraduate certificate in data science. The department has 10 full-time faculty members with a variety of specialties who support our programs and campus-wide needs with over 50 sections of undergraduate statistics and data science courses and 20 sections of graduate statistics and data science courses annually. We also offer minors in Statistics and in Data Science and actively support an Actuarial Science minor and other statistically-related majors, minors, and certificates across campus, including interdisciplinary areas such as business analytics, environmental science, and health. We also  continue to consider additional programs that naturally grow out of our existing statistics and data science offerings, including a pending proposal for a stand-alone undergraduate degree in data science as well as increased offerings in actuarial science and additional graduate programs. More information about the department can be found at http://stat.truman.edu.

Application: The application process is handled by the School of Science and Mathematics. Applications must be submitted electronically at http://employment.truman.edu/. For assistance with submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 660-786-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu. Completed applications must include a letter of application that clearly addresses the qualifications and evaluative criteria listed above; a statement of teaching philosophy; a statement of research interests and philosophy; current curriculum vitae; three letters of recommendation; and official or unofficial undergraduate and graduate college transcripts.

References: Three reference letters are required for full consideration of your application. Requests will only be sent to the references you list in the reference section via the email addresses you provide. It is suggested that you list more than three references to ensure that the minimum requirements are met in a timely manner. It is also suggested that you contact you references to let them know they will be receiving a request for a letter from noreply@peopleadmin or hr@truman.edu, with a warning that they may need to check their spam or other mailbox for the email

Review of applications will begin on June 17, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. If hired, applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States, official graduate transcripts, (or documentation of degrees if transcripts are not available). Final candidates will be expected to undergo and successfully pass a background check.

Questions about this position may be directed to Dr. K. Scott Alberts, Department of Statistics and Data Science Chair, salberts@truman.edu.

The University: Truman State University is home to a vibrant educational community. The approximately 3,500 students who make up its student body are well prepared for the challenging academics in a supportive environment. More than 20 percent engage in significant undergraduate research and creative projects. Most gain leadership experience and nearly half go on to graduate or professional school within a year of earning a degree.

Founded in 1867, Truman is known for its focus on student learning and outcomes and places an emphasis on high-impact experiences such as internships, research and study abroad opportunities. Truman has the highest overall graduation rate among the state’s public colleges and universities. For more than 25 years, Truman has been recognized as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest regional category by U.S. News & World Report, and Washington Monthly consistently ranks Truman as one of the best master’s universities in the nation. For more information regarding additional rankings and acknowledgments, visit truman.edu/about.

The Community: Located in northeast Missouri, Kirksville is a cultural and economic hub in the region. In addition to being the home of Truman, Kirksville is the birthplace of osteopathic medicine and features a medical school, dental school and community college, and the Kirksville School District is consistently recognized for academic excellence. The community takes pride in several annual events including the Round Barn Blues Festival and the FLATS Trail Half-Marathon. The charming downtown area features an arts center, as well as several local shops and restaurants. It is also the site of numerous community events including the Red, White and Blue Festival in the summer and the Red Barn Arts and Craft Festival each fall. Just a few minutes outside of town is beautiful Thousand Hills State Park with hiking and biking opportunities surrounding the 700-acre Forest Lake. Kirksville offers easy access by car to Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago and Des Moines. Daily flights from Kirksville Regional Airport to St. Louis provide quick access to one of the Midwest’s major metropolitan areas. More information about Kirksville can be found at visitkirksville.com

Non Discrimination Statement: Truman State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, Truman State does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its program or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Inquiries may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354 and titleix@truman.edu.

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