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Rice University Lecturer of Statistics in Houston, Texas
Lecturer of Statistics
Department of Statistics at Rice University
statistics.rice.edu
The Department of Statistics at Rice University, located in Houston, TX, seeks applications for one Lecturer position with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2025. The Department of Statistics is dedicated to the advancement of the scientific discipline of statistics, the innovative application of statistical science to meet modern scientific, engineering, and societal challenges, the expert education of students in statistics and other disciplines, and leadership in the statistical sciences broadly construed, at the local, national and international levels.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach both undergraduate level and masters level statistics courses, including mathematical statistics, at both levels, with a teaching load of two to three courses per semester. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to service at the department-level. The initial appointment is for one to two years, with the possibility of renewal.
We seek greater representation of women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans in disciplines in which they have historically been underrepresented in Statistics; to attract international students from a wider range of countries and backgrounds; to accelerate progress in building a faculty and staff who are diverse in background and thought; and we support an inclusive environment that fosters interaction and understanding within our diverse community.
Candidates should have a Ph.D. degree in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or a related field and conferred by December 31, 2024. Additionally, a strong background in R is required.
Applications will start to be reviewed on November 1, 2024, and applications will be accepted until January 1, 2025.
Applicants are to submit the following materials: (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) statement of teaching philosophy; (4) sample syllabus; and (5) recent teaching evaluations. Apply to https://apply.interfolio.com/157190
In addition, candidates will be asked to provide the names and contact information for 3-5 references, who will be solicited for letters of recommendation after application submission
Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels, and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.
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