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The University of Chicago Department of Statistics invites applications for the position of William H. Kruskal Instructor. We seek recent or expected Ph.D. graduates doing advanced research with a connection to statistical theory, methodology and applications, probability theory, machine learning, or data science. Kruskal Instructor responsibilities include engagement in independent research and teaching up to three quarter-long courses per year in statistics or related fields. The appointment is for a term of up to three years.

The University of Chicago has the highest standards for scholarship and academic quality, is dedicated to fundamental research, and has an inherently inter-disciplinary structure that is very supportive of newly emerging research opportunities.

Qualifications

Required: Completion of all requirements for the Ph.D. in statistics, mathematics, computer science or a related field by the time of hire.

Preferred:research interests related to those of faculty in the Department of Statistics https://stat.uchicago.edu/people/#faculty.

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted online through the University of Chicago\'s Academic Jobs website: http://apply.interfolio.com/132851. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2023 and will continue until all positions are filled.

The following materials are required:

• cover letter;
• curriculum vitae including a list of publications;
• statement describing past and current research accomplishments and outlining future research plans;
• teaching statement;
• three confidential letters of reference, at least one of which addresses teaching ability.