"Open Rank Professor of Instruction, Department of Statistics and Data Science, College for AI, Cybersecurity and Computing"

Job Description

Open Rank Professor of Instruction

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio), Department of Statistics and Data Science in the College of AI, Cyber and Computing invites applications for the Open Rank Professor of Instruction.

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio)

UT San Antonio is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility, and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education, and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Application Information

The Department of Statistics and Data Science in the College of AI, Cyber, and Computing at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) seeks one (1) faculty position for appointment of Open Rank Professor of Instruction to specialize in teaching. This appointment is a full-time fixed-term teaching track faculty and will begin in Spring 2026. The initial appointment will cover the Spring and Fall 2026 semesters with the possibility for renewal.

• The teaching load for this position includes teaching eight courses per year (4+4).
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in statistics and data analytics, both on campus and online, as assigned. Multiple sections of the same course will be counted separately toward the teaching requirement.
• Revise and develop course materials and contribute to curriculum design, as assigned.
• Participate in the course development in statistics and data science at the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Collaborate with colleagues to identify and address student and program needs, as assigned.
• Collaborate with faculty on degree program initiatives related to statistics and data science.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in statistics, mathematics, data science, or a related field.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UTSA and its infrastructure.

Required Materials

• Current CV.
• Cover letter.
• A list of three (3) professional references.
• Personal statement outlining their philosophy and plans for teaching and service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience teaching data science at the undergraduate or graduate level.
• Proficiency with R, SAS, and Python, and experience using technology to teach statistics and data science courses.
• Previous teaching experience, preferably at an institution of higher education.

All materials must be submitted at the UT San Antonio Human Resources website: https://www.utsa.edu/jobs/. This position will remain open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately. For more information, contact Min Wang, Chair of the Search Committee at min.wang3@utsa.edu and Chair, Department of Statistics and Data. Successful candidates are expected to start around January 12, 2026, for onboarding to UT San Antonio and a first day of instruction on January 20, 2026.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.