Assistant Professor of Statistics

Posting Details

Posting Details

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Institution
South Dakota State University

Working Title
Assistant Professor of Statistics

Posting Number
F01529P

Department
SDSU-Mathematics & Statistics

Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings

Posting Text

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at South Dakota State University (SDState) invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor position focusing on Data Sceince, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or related area. We are seeking an innovative and dynamic future leader with expertise in the areas, including but not limited to, Statistical Learning Theory, Optimization and Control, Dynamical Systems, Partial Differential Equations (PDEs), and/or Uncertainty Quantification. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with existing faculty to advance research and teaching in these cutting-edge areas.

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is part of the College of Engineering, which actively promotes culturally rich interdisciplinary collaborations. The new faculty member will be expected to foster and participate in collaborations across various departments and centers in SDState. Exceptional candidates may be eligible for additional funding provided by the CAPITAL Services Statistical Learning Scholar position. More information on the CAPITAL position is available here .

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.

RESPONSIBILITIES :
Responsibilities include research, teaching and advising in graduate and undergraduate programs, and service and outreach to the campus and the community. Regular teaching load for research active faculty is 50% (at least 6 units per semester). However, new hires will teach three units per semester of undergraduate or graduate courses (a one-one load) for the first two years. Future teaching loads will be commensurate with the research productivity. Research duties include developing and maintaining a cutting-edge research program, securing external research funding and graduate student support, and developing external collaboration and outreach. Excellence in teaching and mentoring students is expected.

SALARY :
The salary is commensurate with qualifications, minimum of $90,000. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

BENEFITS :
We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Ph.D. in Statistics, Mathematics, or closely related field by starting date of appointment.
• Potential to develop an independent, externally funded research program with a research focus on Statistical Learning, Scientific Machine Learning, or Foundations of Artificial Intelligence.
• Potential to publish research in peer-reviewed journals and secure external funding from interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Ability or potential to teach courses and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Ability or potential to develop curriculum and course content in relevant subject areas.
• Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

APPLICATION PROCESS :
South Dakota State University accepts applications through an online employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu , search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, Curriculum Vitae, a research statement (3-page limit, attached as work sample), a teaching statement (3-page limit, attached as other), and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact South Dakota State University Human Resources at 605-688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is university policy to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date
10/28/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
12/06/2024

Advertised Salary
Commensurate with qualifications, minimum of $90,000

Duration of the Term
9 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent
100

Tenure Status
Tenure Track

Proposed Rank
Assistant Professor

Work Hours

Typical Hours Worked Per Week
45

Appointment Type
Regular

Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 academic programs, an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students, and over $60 million annual research expenditures.

South Dakota State University offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation and the world. Its employees embrace the university’s core values of being people-centered, expanding knowledge through creativity, embracing organizational and personal integrity, commitment to diversity of thought, and excellence through continuous improvement.

As the state’s 1862 Morrill Act land-grant institution, the work of South Dakota State University is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, and Aberdeen, and through Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota.

Jackrabbits Athletics competes as an NCAA Division I member with membership in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Summit League and the Big XII for wrestling.

Brookings is home to approximately 24,000 residents and is located 60 miles north of Sioux Falls and 200 miles west of Minneapolis. Brookings is listed as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals and retirees, and is rated among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota.

The Brookings Public School District educates approximately 3,300 K-12 students and ranks among the state’s highest academic achieving school districts. The district includes three elementary schools, an intermediate school for fourth and fifth grade, one middle school, and a high school.

The city also boasts an abundance of attractions and activities, including the Children’s Museum of South Dakota, Dakota Nature Park, South Dakota Art Museum, McCrory Gardens, South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, Outdoor Adventure Center and the Brookings Summer Arts Festival.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact: Dr. Matthew Biesecker at 605-688-6196 or Matthew.Biesecker@sdstate.edu .

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Analyzing, Comprehend, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Perform calculations, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

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Physical Requirements

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Basic Keyboarding and Computer Skills

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Working Environment

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Supplemental Questions

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1. Where did you hear about this position?
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Work or Writing Sample
4. Other
5. Reference List

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