Rowan University's Department of Mathematics is seeking to hire a Tenure-Track Faculty Position to develop a research program in statistics and data science applied to health and life sciences.
Requirements
- A Ph.D. or equivalent in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a related field is required
- postdoctoral experience is expected.
- Preference will be given to candidates with a track record and/or potential to establish and sustain a strong research program with health-related applications.
- We anticipate hiring at the Assistant Professor level, but outstanding candidates may be considered at the Associate or Full Professor levels.
Responsibilities
- develop a research program in statistics and data science applied to health and life sciences, including biostatistics, epidemiology, statistical genomics, bioinformatics, computational biology, health informatics, and AI methods applied to biomedical data.
- develop and maintain an active, highly visible, extramurally funded research program with outstanding scholarship
- teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels
- contribute to the various service endeavors in the Department, College, and University.
- Opportunities for research collaboration exist within the Department, as well as with Rowan’s two medical schools — the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU) and the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine (SOM) and with the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, the first veterinary school in New Jersey, as well as Rowan’s health-related research centers and clinical partners.
- Faculty in the department lead active, externally funded research programs, build strong partnerships with industry, and collaborate broadly across disciplines.
- The department maintains strong ties with Rowan’s two medical schools (CMSRU and SOM), the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, and regional health partners, creating exceptional opportunities for collaborative research in health and life sciences.
Other
- Tenure-Track Faculty Position
- 10-month Tenure-Track Faculty Position
- Cover letter
- Current detailed CV
- Statement of research interests, including applicant’s future research goals
- Statement of teaching philosophy that includes the candidate’s commitment to inclusive teaching and mentoring practices
- Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable for initial review)
- Names and contact information for at least three references; confidential letters will be requested if an application is moved forward
