Assistant Professor position at the University of California Santa Cruz

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The Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics (AMS) at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a tenure-track position in Bayesian Statistics, at the Assistant Professor level, based on a 9 month academic year. In this search, we seek candidates who specialize in Bayesian statistical methods and their applications. More specifically, we seek outstanding applicants whose work begins with important problems in science or engineering, includes development and analysis of statistical models (including numerical methods as appropriate), and features interpretation of the results in the scientific context, using any aspect of Bayesian methodology and computing.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach, mentor and advise students at the graduate and undergraduate level; contribute significantly to graduate education; conduct research in the area of Bayesian Statistics; develop externally funded research programs; and perform university and professional service. Of particular interest are the possibilities to strengthen the department’s presence in Silicon Valley, by seeking collaborations with institutions and companies in the Valley and establishing instructional programs for professional development. The selected candidate must be able to work with students, faculty and staff from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.
AMS is part of the Baskin School of Engineering, which is continuing an exciting growth phase. Having started with three faculty in 2001, AMS currently has twelve faculty, five in applied mathematics and seven in statistics. Our graduate program currently has about 50 students. Research and instruction are supported by excellent computing facilities and state-of-the-art laboratories. There are strong opportunities to collaborate with colleagues in the other existing programs in the Baskin School of Engineering, including Biomolecular Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Technology Management. More widely, our campus offers a fertile environment for scientific research in physical, biological and social sciences. Given the proximity of the campus to Silicon Valley, there are multiple opportunities for collaboration with investigators working on cutting edge science and engineering problems in institutions and companies in the area. Examples of these are NASA Ames, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, the USGS, National Marine Fisheries Service of NOAA, Kaiser Permanente, Google, e-Bay, and Yahoo!, among others.
RANK: Assistant Professor
SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Statistics or closely related or relevant field (preferred by June 30, 2014, must be conferred by June 30, 2015). Teaching experience (demonstrated by college level teaching experience, TA experience, research presentations and/or professional training seminars). Demonstrated record of research and publication.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: University teaching experience, graduate student mentoring experience, demonstrated record of research excellence and productivity, participation and achievement in professional or university organizations and record of honors or awards.
POSITION AVAILABLE: July 1, 2014 (with academic year beginning September 2014.)
TO APPLY: Applications are accepted via the UCSC Academic Recruit online system, and must include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, 2-5 publications and 3-5 confidential reference letters*. Applicants are invited to submit a statement addressing their past or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching and/or service. Materials must be submitted as PDF files.
Apply at https://recruit.ucsc.edu/apply/JPF00058 Refer to Position #JPF00058-14 in all correspondence.
*All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSC’s confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm
CLOSING DATE: Review of applications will begin on December 2, 2013.
To ensure full consideration, applications should be complete – including letters of recommendation received – by this date. The position will remain open until filled, but not later than 6/30/2014.