Instructor in Statistics (University of Chicago)

Description 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 applied mathematics, computational mathematics, or machine learning. Kruskal Instructor responsibilities include engagement in independent research and teaching up to three quarter-long courses per year. 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 mathematics, statistics, computer science, or a related field by the time of hire. Preferred: Research interests related to those of faculty in the Committee on Computational and Applied Mathematics. Application Instructions Applications must be submitted online through the University of Chicago’s Academic Jobs website. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2025 and will continue until all positions are filled. Required application materials: 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 This position is benefits-eligible. Information regarding benefits is provided by the University of Chicago Human Resources. The University of Chicago is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants receive a free Dossier account and can submit all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. For assistance with signing up, accessing your account, or submitting your application, applicants can contact Interfolio support via email or phone. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Computeroxy

Description

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 applied mathematics, computational mathematics, or machine learning.

Kruskal Instructor responsibilities include engagement in independent research and teaching up to three quarter-long courses per year. 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 mathematics, statistics, computer science, or a related field by the time of hire.

Preferred:

Research interests related to those of faculty in the Committee on Computational and Applied Mathematics.

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted online through the University of Chicago’s Academic Jobs website. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2025 and will continue until all positions are filled.

Required application materials:

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

This position is benefits-eligible. Information regarding benefits is provided by the University of Chicago Human Resources.

The University of Chicago is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants receive a free Dossier account and can submit all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

For assistance with signing up, accessing your account, or submitting your application, applicants can contact Interfolio support via email or phone.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Computeroxy

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