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Assistant Professor in Statistics
Position Description: The Department of Mathematics and Statistics in the College of Arts & Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track assistant professor position in statistics beginning September 1, 2027. All prospective employees are encouraged to visit Work at Texas Tech to learn more about becoming a part of our campus community.
Major/Essential Functions: In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a dynamic student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with a breadth of student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service. The successful candidate will be expected to: • Establish an internationally visible and independent research program; • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in mathematical finance and related areas; • Advise and supervise graduate students; • Pursue external research funding; • Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration; and • Contribute to departmental, college, university, and professional service. The search is broadly defined within statistics. Areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to: • Statistical learning and artificial intelligence; • Deep learning and foundation models; • Functional and longitudinal data analysis; • Bayesian statistics; • Biostatistics and biomedical data science; • Econometrics and financial statistics; • Topological data analysis; • Time series data analysis; • Stochastic Control and Optimization; • Statistical applications involving large or complex data.
Outstanding candidates in all areas of statistics are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate: 1. A record of scholarly activity demonstrating strength in modern statistical theory, methodology, computational statistics, data science, or related quantitative methods, and a clear trajectory toward continued contributions in these areas. 2. Experience in or a record indicative of developing and sustaining a nationally or internationally recognized research program. 3. Evidence of, or a record indicative of interest in, interdisciplinary and collaborative research. 4. Experience in or a record indicative of effective graduate student mentoring and supervision. 5. Experience in or a record indicative of developing an externally funded research program. 6. To contribute to and strengthen the department's undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, and service missions.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Please include the following documents in your application: 1. A cover letter; 2. A curriculum vitae; 3. A research statement; 4. A teaching statement; and 5. Contact information for at least three professional references. Letters will be requested directly from references for semifinalists. Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Alex Trindade, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected]. Applicants who need assistance with the application process may contact Texas Tech University Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, at [email protected] or 806-742-3851.
Safety Information: Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement: Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the College: Founded in 1925 as one of the university's four original colleges, the College of Arts & Sciences comprises 15 departments and offers a wide variety of courses and programs in the humanities, social and behavioral sciences, mathematics, physical sciences, and natural sciences. The College enrolls more than 10,000 students, representing more than one-quarter of the overall Texas Tech University student population, while maintaining a 22:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
About the Department/School/Area: The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Texas Tech is one of the largest departments on campus. It includes 43 tenured and tenure-track faculty lines, 6-8 postdoctoral scholars each year, and an annual average of 15 lecturers and instructors. As of Fall 2026, the Department enrolled 216 undergraduate majors and 117 graduate students, with 105 supported full-time as graduate part-time instructors, teaching assistants, or research assistants. Our faculty, postdocs, and graduate students engage in active research across a wide range of areas in mathematics and statistics. The Department is committed to sustaining a strong research profile while providing high-quality education. We are dedicated to our students’ success and to advancing research that benefits our field and the broader community.
About the University: Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
Faculty Qualifications: Applicants must: 1. Hold a Ph.D. in statistics, biostatistics, data science, mathematics, or a closely related field by the anticipated start date. 2. Experience in or a record indicative of conducting high-quality research, as evidenced by a record of scholarly activity and a clear trajectory toward sustained research productivity and impact. 3. Experience in or a record indicative of effective teaching, as evidenced by a record of teaching experience and a clear trajectory toward sustained excellence in student learning, engagement, and success.