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Colgate University

Tenure-Stream Assistant Professor in Statistics

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A College Professor or Instructor teaches students beyond the high school level, including undergraduate and graduate students. Teaches subjects ranging from liberal arts (literature, history, languages) to sciences, mathematics, business, art., music or technology. Conducts research and supervises student research. Teaches at a public or private college, in a two year or four year degree program.

$125,743 / year median in New York

+12% projected growth

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Tenure-Stream Assistant Professor in Statistics The Department of Mathematics at Colgate University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Statistics, anticipated to begin the fall semester of 2027. Candidates must have expertise in statistical network analysis, graphical modeling, causal inference, or a closely related topic. All PhD degree requirements must be completed by the date of appointment: July 1, 2027, or shortly after. The successful candidate will enhance our advanced undergraduate statistics courses, create research opportunities for senior students, and support introductory-level offerings. They will collaborate with colleagues to refine and expand the statistics curriculum at Colgate, support the new Statistics major program (approved by the University, awaiting New York State approval), contribute to the department's research profile, and participate in Colgate's Liberal Arts Core Curriculum and other university-wide initiatives. The teaching load is five undergraduate courses per year, normally with no more than two unique course preparations per semester. Salary Information $97,500 (for ABD candidates) to $101,500 (for candidates with PhD in hand) Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York on HERC jobs . Application Materials and Deadline A cover letter, curriculum vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement, and a community and collaboration statement must be submitted through MathJobs . Candidates must also submit three current reference letters- at least two should describe the candidate's research skills, and at least one should describe their teaching skills in detail. Finally, to receive full consideration, candidates must fill out the Employment Authorization Questionnaire Form . To receive full consideration, all documents and letters of recommendation should be uploaded by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on October 11, 2026. Application review will begin on October 12, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Research Statement Colgate sees research as a core requirement of the faculty and an important aspect of the teacher-scholar model. The candidate should provide a research statement that communicates their work in their field to non-specialists, while including sufficient detail. When describing past and current collaborative work, candidates should clearly communicate their contributions to the work. The statement should also include plans for future research that continue or expand the candidate's research portfolio. Finally, the statement should include a description of how the candidate can bring the latest discoveries and methodologies directly to undergraduate students by sparking their curiosity in, or by directly involving them with, the research process. Teaching Statement Colgate aims to provide a rigorous liberal arts education, emphasizing critical thinking, communication, and interdisciplinary study. The candidate should provide a teaching statement that communicates the candidate's teaching philosophy. When describing past and current teaching as part of a graduate assistantship, candidates should clearly communicate their teaching responsibilities. The statement should also include evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as reflection on specific techniques the candidate uses, how they are working, and where they can improve. Community and Collaboration Statement Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. The candidate should provide a brief statement, normally 1-2 pages , describing how their personal or professional experiences inform their ability to connect with students, faculty, and staff from a wide range of identities and backgrounds to build a cohesive and inclusive learning community. Colgate University is a leading liberal arts institution in central New York, enrolling about 3,200 undergraduates. We foster a vibrant academic community focused on excellence in teaching, research, and student development. Further information about the Mathematics Department and its curriculum, which includes a math major/minor, an applied math major/minor, and a bio-math minor, can be found here . Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at HERC . Colgate faculty are eligible for a competitive benefits package . Contact For further info, visit the mathematics website or contact Will Cipolli at wcipolli@colgate.edu . Search Committee Colgate University Department of Mathematics 13 Oak Drive Hamilton
NY 13346-1398
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Campus Crime Reporting and Statistics The Department of Campus Safety at Colgate University will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: Crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and Fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via email at cusafety@colgate.edu .

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