Job Overview

Assistant Professor in Statistics

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of New Brunswick Saint John invites applications for a tenure-track position in Statistics, at the rank of Assistant Professor, to start July 1, 2023. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in Statistics (or be near completion), a proven record of high-quality independent research, as well as demonstrated or strong promise for excellence in teaching. They are to present a research plan that has potential for long-term external funding via Tri-Council grants and/or industry partnerships; to initiate an active research program; and to recruit/supervise students conducting research at undergraduate and graduate levels. Opportunities exist for research collaborations in different areas related to Coastal Studies and Health Sciences, which are areas of strength and strategic growth for the Campus. Candidates in all areas of statistics are encouraged to apply.

The Mathematics and Statistics Department consists of seven full-time faculty members. We offer Majors in Mathematics and in Statistics with a growth agenda in Data Science and maintain a graduate programme. UNB Saint John has a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and training. This position includes teaching courses in the core of our Statistics program, developing and teaching new statistics courses at the senior undergraduate or graduate levels, and making academic service contributions.

A complete application package should include a cover letter along with the applicants curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests, a description of their most significant research contributions, and a statement of future research plans. Candidates should submit their application as a single pdf document to:

Chair, Search Committee

Department of Mathematics and Statistics

University of New Brunswick Saint John

P.O. Box 5050

Saint John, New Brunswick

E2L 4L5

MathStatSJ@unb.ca

Candidates should arrange to have at least three letters of reference sent directly to the address above. One such letter should specifically address the teaching experience of the applicant.

The selection committee will begin reviewing applications on November 1, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.

Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.

The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.