"Post doctoral researcher in Statistics"

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) has an opening for a postdoctoral scholar position, starting in fall 2025, preferably with an interest or focus on "Foundations of digital twins and uncertainty quantification, with applications to neuroscience problems."

The appointment is for a fixed term, but renewable upon satisfactory performance and funding availability. Candidates should have finished their Ph.D. in statistics, biostatistics, machine learning, or a related field before their appointment start date. Successful candidates are expected to conduct research, collaborate with faculty members, apply for external funding, and teach courses.

Candidates in all areas of statistics and data science may apply. Our interests include but are not limited to high-dimensional statistics; Bayesian statistics; resampling techniques; digital twins; uncertainty quantification; statistical process control; foundations of machine learning and artificial intelligence; optimization theory and numerical optimization with applications to data science; statistical applications to biomedical problems and precision medicine.

Applicants should apply using: http://apply.interfolio.com/158801

Applicants should submit (a) a cover letter; (b) a curriculum vitae that includes publications; (c) a description of research interests and research plans; (d) a brief teaching statement; (e) a statement of commitment to inclusive excellence; and (e) have at least three letters of recommendation submitted on their behalf.

UMBC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.