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The Department of Mathematics at Furman University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level, beginning in the fall 2027 semester. The successful candidate will primarily support the department's new major in Data and Decision Analytics, which emphasizes coursework and scholarship in statistics, operations research, probability, modeling, and simulation. Job Description:
The Department of Mathematics at Furman University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level, beginning in the fall 2027 semester. The successful candidate will primarily support the department's new major in Data and Decision Analytics, which emphasizes coursework and scholarship in statistics, operations research, probability, modeling, and simulation. Our department is particularly interested in candidates holding a Ph.D. in statistics, operations research, or industrial and systems engineering. Candidates with a Ph.D. in mathematics or applied mathematics are also welcome to apply. All applicants should demonstrate a clear interest in and evidence of teaching and scholarship aligned with our Data and Decision Analytics major. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field by August 1, 2027, and provide evidence of teaching excellence, scholarship, and effective institutional service. Education Requirements:
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