"Assistant Professor of Statistics Tenure Track"

GRINNELL COLLEGE. The Department of Statistics invites applications for a tenure-track appointment beginning Fall 2026. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. We seek candidates who show a strong interest in teaching a wide range of undergraduate statistics and data science courses, from the introductory to the advanced level, who have experience teaching data-driven courses, and who demonstrate the ability to develop an active scholarship program involving our diverse population of undergraduate students. The Department of Statistics is located in a well-equipped environment and the curriculum is founded on a strong advising system and close student-faculty interaction. The teaching load is five courses over two semesters; periodically one course will be a Tutorial (a topical writing/critical thinking course for first-year students, the only College-wide requirement beyond the completion of a major in an individually advised curriculum). New faculty members at Grinnell receive a one-course reduction during their first year, so the teaching schedule will be four courses in the first year of the appointment. Additional funds for computing start-up and travel are also available in the first 2-3 years of the appointment.

Grinnell College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college with a strong tradition of social responsibility. In letters of application, candidates should discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by October 15, 2025. Please visit our application website at https://jobs.grinnell.edu to find more details about the job and submit applications online. Candidates will need to upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts (copies are acceptable), statements addressing teaching and research, and provide email addresses for three references.

The cover letter should be 2-3 pages, and should address the candidate’s specific interest in Grinnell College, and their relevant training and experience in statistics, especially for candidates whose PhD is not in statistics or biostatistics. The letter should also provide executive summaries of the candidate’s vision for teaching undergraduate statistics and data science courses to students of diverse backgrounds and experiences, as well as their scholarly contributions in statistics. Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Professor Jeff Jonkman, at StatisticsSearch@grinnell.edu or 641-269-3172.

Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed, or any other protected class.

An offer for this position will be contingent on successful completion of a background check.