The Department of Statistics at the University of Georgia invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in the area of spatial/spatio-temporal statistics, geostatistics, image analysis, shape analysis, statistical climatology, precision agriculture, or environmental statistics, starting August 1, 2025. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in statistics, data science, or a related discipline by the time of appointment. Scholarly credentials should reflect a strong commitment to research and teaching in one of the aforementioned areas or a closely related field and must have demonstrated potential in research and instruction. The successful applicant will be expected to develop a research program that will be competitive for external funding, be engaged in the activities of the Department, and play a major role in building the University’s missions in research and teaching.
To apply for this position, candidates should visit www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/397272. Applications should include: 1) a cover letter; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a research statement highlighting interest in and contributions to one or more of the areas of spatial/spatio-temporal statistics, geostatistics, image analysis, shape analysis, statistical climatology, precision agriculture, and environmental statistics; 4) a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, 5) a copy of the graduate school transcript (need not be official); and 6) names and contact information for at least three references. All material should be submitted using the online system.
Review of applications will begin December 31, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. All applications received by December 30, 2024 will receive full consideration. Questions should be directed to Interim Department Head, Dr. Dan Hall (danhall@uga.edu).
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