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Assistant/Associate Professor

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

A complete application includes a cover letter, CV, teaching and research statements, three letters of reference and graduate transcripts (official or unofficial). The cover letter should address contributions and commitment to diversity and equal access. The CV must address teaching experience. Immediately upon submission of your application, your referees will be emailed a link where they can upload their letter of reference. Please inform your referees that letters should be submitted by November 23, 2020 to ensure full consideration. Please indicate which position you are applying for on your cover letter. Applications completed by November 15, 2020 will receive full consideration, but applications will be accepted after this date until the positions are filled. Applications of semifinalist candidates, including letters of reference, will be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Department of Statistics.

Posting Details

Posting Detail Information

Working Title Assistant/Associate Professor
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location
Posting Number 202000197F
Proposed Annual Salary Range $94,000-$115,000
Employee Benefits

Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas. https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf.

Position Type Faculty
Work Hours/Week 40
Description of Work Unit

The department currently comprises 24 faculty and over 100 graduate students in our MS, MAS, and PhD graduate programs, and has a network of faculty affiliates at nearby research agencies (National Center for Atmospheric Research, National Institute of Standards and Technology, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, among others). Our faculty members have a wide range of expertise and are involved in various interdisciplinary graduate training and research activities. Internal and external consulting activities of the department are supported through the Graybill Statistical Laboratory. Further information about the department and position is available on our web- page http://www.sat.colosate.edu/. Fort Collins, located one hour north of Denver in a beautiful location along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, offers abundant recreational and cultural opportunities.

Tenure/Tenure Track? Yes
% Research 40
% Teaching 50
% Service 10
% Administration 0
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 11/15/2020
Number of Vacancies 2
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Position Summary

We will be hiring two tenure-track Faculty positions in the Department of Statistics.

The Associate or senior Assistant Professor position will have duties commencing August 2021. A doctoral degree in statistics or a closely related field, and a commitment to high–quality research in statistics and excellence in teaching are required. The focus of this search is on researchers working in applied probability, statistical learning or data science, with preference given to researchers who made contributions to statistical theory underlying some of these fields. However, all exceptionally strong scholars who contributed to the areas listed above are encouraged to apply.

The Assistant Professor position will also have duties commencing August 2021. A doctoral degree in statistics or a closely related field, and a commitment to high–quality research in statistics and excellence in teaching are required. The focus of this search is on researchers working in high-dimensional probability, statistical learning or data science, with preference given to researchers who made contributions to statistical theory underlying some of these fields. However, all exceptionally strong scholars who contributed to the areas listed above are encouraged to apply.

Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications

A Ph.D. in statistics or a related field, a commitment to high–quality research in statistics or probability, and excellence in teaching are required for both positions.

Preferred Job Qualifications

For the Assistant/Associate position, strong evidence of excellence in research in applied probability and/or the theory of statistical learning or data science is preferred. Evidence of external grant support and interdisciplinary collaborations is preferred.

For the Assistant Professor position, evidence of, or strong potential for, excellence in research in high-dimensional probability and/or the theory of statistical learning or data science is preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants

A complete application includes a cover letter, CV, teaching and research statements, three letters of reference and graduate transcripts (official or unofficial). The cover letter should address contributions and commitment to diversity and equal access. The CV must address teaching experience.

Immediately upon submission of your application, your referees will be emailed a link where they can upload their letter of reference. Please inform your referees that letters should be submitted by November 23, 2020 to ensure full consideration.

Please indicate which position you are applying for on your cover letter.

Applications completed by November 15, 2020 will receive full consideration, but applications will be accepted after this date until the positions are filled. Applications of semifinalist candidates, including letters of reference, will be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Department of Statistics.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.


The Acting Title IX Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO. 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.

Diversity Statement

Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.

Search Contact Kristin Stephens - kristin.stephens@colostate.edu
Essential Duties

Job Duty Category Teaching and Advising
Duty/Responsibility

Provide intellectual leadership and excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses with emphasis on applied probability, statistical learning
and data science. Advise PhD students in the fields listed above.

Percentage Of Time 50
Job Duty Category Research
Duty/Responsibility

Conduct nationally and internationally recognized research in statistics and
probability with emphasis on applied probability, statistical learning theory
or the the theory data science. Publish in top statistics or probability journals. Submit proposals for external funding, receive awards, provide required
reports on all funded awards. Disseminate research outcomes through
participation in conferences and meetings.

Percentage Of Time 40
Job Duty Category Service
Duty/Responsibility

Serve on department, college and university level committees. Serve the academic community through membership of editorial boards of
respected journals. Contribute to university outreach where appropriate.

Percentage Of Time 10

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested 3
Maximum Requested 3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Unofficial Transcripts
  4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  5. Statement of Research Philosophy
Optional Documents