The Department of Mathematics at Boise State University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Statistics starting in the fall semester of 2025. This search is open to all areas of Statistics, Biostatistics, and closely related fields.

Preference will be given to applicants whose research focuses on statistics with the computational sciences, such as machine learning and artificial intelligence, but applicants from all other areas of statistics will also receive full consideration.

Due to the intrinsic impact of these topics, the new hire is expected to have a strong knowledge of computational statistics and interests in applications to many disciplines of engineering, such as aerospace, biomedical, chemical, civil, computer science, electrical, and environmental science.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a closely related field by the time of appointment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong record of or demonstrated potential for research and teaching excellence

• Well-articulated plan of contributing to our programs that increase the success of students and faculty in the department and the university

• Strong desire to broaden the department's outreach activities, including a proposed mathematical and statistical consulting center

Our Expectations:

The successful candidate will join our team to make all contributions to successfully achieve our department's and university's missions. Specifically, successful candidates are expected to:

• Pursue an innovative research program involving interdisciplinary collaborations within and beyond the university

• Submit competitive proposals to secure external funding involving students

• Supervise master's students in Mathematics with Statistics emphasis and Ph.D. students in Computing with Data Science emphasis

• Mentor undergraduate students for their senior projects and research activities

• Teach a broad range of courses in statistics at the undergraduate and graduate levels

• Develop statistics courses and Master's and Bachelor's statistics degrees

• Develop modern teaching methodologies, adopt evidence-based instructional practices, and deliver online and remote teaching

• Engage in statistical consulting service to the university, local business, and state and federal agencies

Required Application Materials:

All of the following materials must be submitted electronically via www.mathjobs.org:

1. AMS Standard Cover Sheet

2. Letter of application indicating your interest in and qualifications for this position

3. CV including publications and employment history (and dates of employment)

4. Statement on research interests, accomplishments and future plans

5. Statement on teaching interests and philosophy

6. Academic transcripts

7. Three letters of recommendation, one of which must address teaching in some depth

In addition, to be considered for this position, please submit the application items 2 and 3 under the job posting listed on the Boise State University Careers page.

Closing Date:

Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary commensurate with experience. 

Our standard faculty contract is a 9-month contract (unless otherwise noted) with pay and benefits spread over 12 months. This is a yearly, renewable contract, unless noted that the position is temporary. More information about faculty contract and work days is available here. 

Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)

• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages

• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents

• See our full benefits page for more information

About Our Department:

The Department of Mathematics is in the College of Arts and Sciences, and currently offers a Master's degree of Mathematics with emphasis on pure mathematics, applied mathematics, and statistics, and Bachelor's degrees with emphasis on applied & computational mathematics, cryptologic mathematics, mathematics education, statistics, and theoretical mathematics. Additionally, our department is a lead department in the interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Computing program, which has emphases in computational math science and engineering, computer science, cybersecurity, and data science.

About Our University: 

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about faculty careers at Boise State and the City of Boise.