Emory University

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The Department of Quantitative Theory & Methods at Emory University invites applications for a tenured or tenure-track faculty member with a specialization in statistics or related empirical field to begin fall 2023. We are open to the academic discipline, which could be computer science, economics, operations research, political science, public health, public policy, sociology, statistics, or a related field.

The successful applicant will be an exceptional, active researcher with strong interdisciplinary experience. They will teach courses in statistics and its applications at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The position is fully funded 9-month tenure-track, and open with respect to rank. The teaching load is competitive. A Ph.D. is required by time of appointment.

QTM is a new and rapidly growing interdisciplinary department at Emory with faculty from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds including biology, computer science, economics, English, operations research, political science, public health, sociology, and statistics. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellence (or the promise of excellence) in research and teaching, as well as a strong ability to teach and mentor a diverse student body. The successful candidate will also demonstrate an interest in contributing to QTM’s intellectual mission. For a full list of ECAS faculty responsibilities, see: http://college.emory.edu/faculty/documents/faculty/faculty-responsibilities.pdf .

For every search, diversifying our faculty is of primary importance. Emory has a diverse student body and values both vision and experience that will foster an inclusive learning environment. All faculty applicants will be required to complete a brief statement describing their experience and vision regarding the teaching and mentorship of students of diverse backgrounds. In addition to this statement, a complete application will also consist of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching portfolio, writing sample, graduate transcript, and three letters of recommendation. Review begins October 30, 2022. Applications received by November 28, 2022 will receive full consideration.

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Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.