Two Assistant Professors in Statistics
- Location
- Ames, IA
- Listed
- Yesterday
About the role
Appointment Type: Faculty
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
The Department of Statistics, at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, seeks two tenure-track assistant professors with expertise in statistics and data science beginning August 16, 2027. One of the positions will have a particular emphasis on sports analytics.
The successful candidates will develop and sustain a high-quality and high-impact research program, successfully compete for external funding, and collaborate with world-class researchers at Iowa State in statistics and other disciplines. Further, the successful candidates will engage in professional and institutional service, teach graduate and undergraduate students, and advise graduate students in one of the first and largest statistics graduate programs in the country.
Required Minimum Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent degree in statistics or closely related discipline by appointment start date
Preferred Qualifications
- Foundational training in statistics and data science
- Ability to teach statistics and data science classes at the undergraduate and graduate levels
- Ability to develop and sustain a high-impact research program with the potential to secure external research funding
- Ability to contribute to Iowa State University's growing strength in data science
- Ability to contribute to Iowa State University's growing strength in data science and, for one position, sports analytics
Department/Program & College Description
The Department of Statistics is jointly administered by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is one of the world's leading institutions of agriculture, with more than 160 years of leadership in science, education and extension. The college educates future leaders, conducts mission-oriented research, and shares new knowledge for the betterment of Iowa and the world. The college is one of eight colleges at Iowa State University, which is one of the most influential land grant universities in the nation.
Central to Iowa State University's mission, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) is a collaborative, vibrant community of faculty, students and staff, committed to learning, research, and innovation. With 21 departments, one professional school, 49 majors, and over 20 interdisciplinary programs, LAS faculty support student success and engage in pathbreaking research across a wide range of fields.
Department Unit/Website
- Proposed Start Date: August 16, 2027
- Number of Months Employed Per Year: 09 Month Work Period
- Time Type: Full time
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Application/Cover Letter
- Contact Information for Three References
- Additional documents submitted as one combined PDF:
- Research Statement
- Teaching Statement
For guaranteed consideration, please apply before October 1, 2026. Position is open until filled.
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email or call or Toll Free:.
Why Choose Isu?
Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
- Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
- Generous leave plans
- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Various voluntary benefits and discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: August 20, 2026
Job Requisition Number: R19800
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel., email.
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