BCAS- Assistant Professor in Probability or Mathematical Statistics in Mathematics- 527499

Department/Organization
204451 - Mathematics

Rank
Assistant Professor

Position Summary
The Department of Mathematics at The University of Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track position Assistant Professor in Probability or Mathematical Statistics. The appointment will begin on August 16, 2026.

Detailed Position Information
The Department of Mathematics at The University of Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in Probability or Mathematical Statistics. The appointment will begin on August 16, 2026.

The department is seeking applicants with research and teaching expertise in the areas of Probability or Mathematical Statistics. We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in either theory or applications of probability and statistics, particularly those who can support the department’s expanding role in university-wide initiatives in data science, AI, and related areas. These initiatives involve faculty from multiple colleges at the University of Alabama, in addition to those housed in the Barefield College of Arts & Sciences. Applicants are expected to have postdoctoral experience and show solid evidence of research productivity beyond the doctoral dissertation.

The University of Alabama is a student-centered R1 research university. The successful candidate is expected to develop a strong research program, pursue external funding, and demonstrate the potential to secure such funding from multiple agencies. The candidate should also be committed to providing stellar education to undergraduate and graduate students. In addition, the candidate should be committed to supervising undergraduate research and graduate dissertations. Candidates must possess a doctoral degree in mathematics or statistics by August 16, 2026.

Applicants should complete the online application at https://careers.ua.edu/jobs/search/AS. The application should include a letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement, and at least three letters of recommendation (one of which concerns teaching). The recommendation letters should be submitted electronically through MathJobs (https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/#527499).

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis starting November 1, 2025, and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must possess a doctoral degree in mathematics or statistics by August 16, 2026.

Preferred Qualifications
We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in either theory or applications of probability and statistics, particularly those who can support the department’s expanding role in university-wide initiatives in data science, AI, and related areas. These initiatives involve faculty from multiple colleges at the University of Alabama, in addition to those housed in the Barefield College of Arts & Sciences. Applicants are expected to have postdoctoral experience and show solid evidence of research productivity beyond the doctoral dissertation.

Instructions and Required Materials for Application
Applicants should complete the online application at https://careers.ua.edu/jobs/search/AS. The application should include a letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement, and at least three letters of recommendation (one of which concerns teaching). The recommendation letters should be submitted electronically through MathJobs (https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/xxxxxx).

About the Division/College/School
The J. Frank Barefield Jr. College of Arts and Sciences at The University of Alabama offers an exciting and dynamic environment for faculty seeking to make an impact in their field and in the lives of the innovators and changemakers of tomorrow.

As the largest college at The University, we house over 9,000 students and 1,000 faculty and staff across our 22 departments.

With nationally recognized programs and award-winning faculty, our College has positioned itself as a leader in higher education. Our facilities and resources include state-of-the-art laboratories, research centers, and performance venues, providing students with hands-on learning experiences and opportunities for research and creative expression.

The College is committed to the liberal arts philosophy that fosters creative and critical thinking and a lifetime of learning.”

About the University
The University of Alabama is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, named one of Travel + Leisure’s 25 Best C