Associate Professors / Assistant Professors - (250001PQ)
Description
Department/ Unit: Department of Statistics and Data Science
Closing Date: Until the posts are filled
The Department of Statistics and Data Science at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) was founded in 1982. We have strived to provide students state-of-the-art statistical education as well as to conduct cutting-edge statistical research. The Department has accommodated world-class faculty members with diverse research areas including statistical finance and risk management science, statistical theory and methodology, machine learning & big data analytics, biostatistics and bioinformatics, and other areas of cross-disciplinary research. Various research fundings and equipment would be offered by the Department for enhancing teaching and research.
The Department and CUHK are committed to inclusive excellence and actively promote the success of a diverse population of students, staff, and faculty. We strive to recruit and retain a diverse community of scholars, and welcome applicants whose experience in teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity.
Applications are invited for two tenured ortenure-track faculty positions at the level of Associate Professor / Assistant Professor for all areas of Statistics and Data Science. (Department’s strategic areas: http://www.sta.cuhk.edu.hk/research/#dos-tab1). The appointment rank will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
Applicants should have (i) a Ph.D. degree in statistics or a related field; and (ii) high-quality research output and a strong teaching track record. Applicants with international exposure / background are highly preferred.
Appointments will normally be made on contract basis for up to three years initially commencing in Fall 2026 or beyond, which, subject to mutual agreement, may lead to longer-term appointments or substantiation later. Further information about the competitive compensation and benefits, together with numerous supports on research and teaching could be found: https://www.hro.cuhk.edu.hk/en-gb/career/working-cuhk.
Application review will be commenced once application is received and will continue until the posts are filled.
The Global STEM Professorship Scheme is opened for application on a regular basis. We welcome distinguished scholars for applications and nominations (at the academic level of Professor or above). Please contact the Department (statdept@cuhk.edu.hk) directly for details.
Further information on the Department of Statistics and Data Science can be found at http://www.sta.cuhk.edu.hk.
Application Procedure
Applicants please complete the online application form and upload a cover letter, a full curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests, and copies of up to five recent publications. Applicants should also provide names, addresses and e-mail addresses of three referees to whom the applicants’ consent has been given for their providing references.
The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the posts above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.
Job: Professoriate, Teaching and Research Academic Posts
Organization: Department of Statistics and Data Science
Unposting Date: Ongoing
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