Teaching Faculty - Department of Statistics

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Applicants must have a master’s or terminal degree (Ph.D.) in statistics, data science, or a closely related field by appointment start date; at a minimum a master’s degree is required. The courses for which this position would be responsible may range in level from introductory undergraduate to upper-level undergraduate statistics and data science courses. There is also the possibility that the qualified candidate(s) would be expected to teach graduate-level statistics and data science service courses for non-statistics students. Examples of courses the faculty member may be expected to teach include a capstone course for statistics majors and a course on introductory data science and computing. If desired, the opportunity to occasionally teach in an online setting or to help design/redesign courses that benefit our majors is also a possibility. It is expected that the successful applicant(s) is committed to quality undergraduate teaching (additional details in support of this can be included in the statement of teaching). This is a term position that is initially funded for one-year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re- funding. Education and Experience: Candidates at the Lecturer level must have a master’s degree or terminal degree (Ph.D.) in Statistics, Data Science, or a closely related field by the employment start date. Candidates for Assistant Teaching Professor must possess a terminal degree (Ph.D.) in Statistics, Data Science, or a closely related field by the employment start date. Alternatively, candidates may have a master’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, or a closely related field and have demonstrated ability as a teacher and advisor. Candidates at the Associate Teaching Professor must possess a terminal degree (Ph.D.) in Statistics, Data Science, or a closely related field by the employment start date, have demonstrated ability as a teacher and advisor, and show evidence of professional development and scholarship. Candidates for Teaching Professor must possess a terminal degree (Ph.D.) in Statistics, Data Science, or a closely related field by the employment start date, have demonstrated exceptional ability as a teacher and advisor, and show evidence of a high level of professional development and scholarship. Application Requirement: Applications must be submitted electronically and include a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching experience and contact information for two references. Interested individuals must complete an online Penn State application at and also complete an application on at . Full review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position(s) are filled. 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