Mathematics/Statistics (Assistant Professor)

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Working Title:

Mathematics/Statistics (Assistant Professor)

Institution:

Winona State University

Classification Title:

State University Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

209: Inter Faculty Organization

City:

Winona

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$64,066.00 - $186,015.00

Job Description

• Teach a wide variety of data science and statistics courses primarily in an in-person format.
• Instruct courses in varied locations, at varied times, and via various media commensurate with department and university needs.
• Engage in scholarly research or creative achievement to enhance knowledge of field.
• Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study in the field to enhance teaching abilities.
• Contribute to student growth and development including student advising.
• Provide service to the university and community including the program, the department, the college, the university, and the greater community.  Support Winona State University's mission to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural, and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve.
• Teach data science and statistics courses using an innovative and modern curriculum.
• Contribute to the continued improvement of the curriculum in data science and statistics.
• Supervise capstone experiences, e.g. student research projects, internships, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, or Biostatistics with an anticipated completion date before August 2025.
• Experience teaching a data science or statistics course as the primary instructor or as a teaching assistant.

Preferred Qualification 

• Demonstrated excellence in the teaching of data science or statistics at the undergraduate level as the primary instructor.
• Evidence of a commitment to continually improve the data science and statistics curriculum.
• Ability to make connections with industry partners, recruit students, develop workshops, promote our discipline to high school students.
• Experience in the applications of data science or statistics.
• Commitment to maintain proficiency in a variety of industry-standard tools/technologies for working with data.
• Experience with one or more of the following areas: machine learning, statistical consulting, industrial/engineering statistics, healthcare statistics, or research in the teaching and learning of data science or statistics.
• Evidence of strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with colleagues.

Other Requirements

A complete online application will include the following:   

• A cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed previously
• Current Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
• Teaching Statement
• At least three (3) letters of reference. Please advise persons providing letters of reference of Minnesota’s open record law which can make such letters available to applicants upon request. Letters can be sent to jobs@winona.edu.

Telework (Yes/No) No

About Winona State University

Founded in 1858, Winona State University is a regional public university and the oldest member of the Minnesota State system. Offering more than 200 majors and programs, Winona State has the #1 Student Success Rate in the Minnesota State System with 92 percent of WSU graduates being hired in a field related to their degree.

With campuses in both Winona and Rochester, Winona State offers the best of both worlds. Widely known for its stunning natural setting, the Winona campus is nestled between picturesque bluffs and the Mississippi River - meaning rock climbing, paddle-boarding, hiking, and kayaking are within a mile of campus. WSU’s Rochester campus is located in Minnesota’s third largest city - a dynamic hub for industry, arts, and culture, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S.

Winona State University's mission is to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve: a community of learners improving our world. For more information, visit www.winona.edu.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacatio