The Department of Statistics and Operations Research at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has an opening for a tenure-track position in statistics at the assistant professor level starting July 1, 2027.
Candidates are required to have a doctorate (or foreign equivalent) in statistics or a related field by the start date of the appointment. The Department is seeking candidates with a strong record of research in theoretical statistics, learning theory or adjacent areas, and the potential to develop an outstanding, independent research program. The Department is particularly interested in candidates whose work is motivated by challenges in artificial intelligence, machine learning, high-dimensional data and other modern applications. The successful candidate will be comfortable with teaching courses in statistics at the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as introductory courses in the Department. Research that creates opportunities for interaction and collaboration with other groups across the Department and the University will be a positive factor in the consideration of candidates.
The University of North Carolina serves the full complement of citizens of this state, and beyond. We welcome candidates who will build a culture and community within the university to effectively and equitably engage students, faculty, staff, citizens, elected officials, and other stakeholders who hail from across the state and beyond.
Screening of applications will begin November 1, 2026, on a rolling basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply by that date to be included in the initial review cycle; applications submitted afterward will continue to receive full consideration while the position remains open. The application package should include a cover letter, an up-to-date curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, representative papers, and a list of graduate courses and grades obtained. Applicants should also arrange for four letters of recommendation. At least one of the letters should include an evaluation of the applicant’s teaching ability. Application materials and letters of recommendation must be submitted in electronic form only; click on https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/325969 to apply for this position.
Questions should be directed to the Statistics and Operations Research Faculty Search Committee at [email protected]. Further information about the Department of Statistics and Operations Research is at http://stor.unc.edu.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.