Associate or Full Professor of Data Science

About the role

We enthusiastically invite established interdisciplinary scholars to apply to join and collaboratively develop our Department of Data Science. We invite applications from researchers working in Data Science, broadly defined, including those who contribute to data analysis methodology for applied domain(s), as well as those whose research focuses directly on the methodology itself (e.g., computer science, statistics, or applied math).

Responsibilities

The colleague we hire will join an engaged and collaborative faculty to co-create a supportive department that makes positive and impactful contributions to the University, to the public of Oregon, and to the globe. To do so, the colleague will contribute to identification of strategic opportunities for our growing department that guide future faculty hiring, foster and support the department's faculty in research excellence, co-create a constructive department culture and continue to expand our educational mission at the undergraduate and graduate level. Some current efforts of the department are to improve outreach to underserved student populations to bolster admissions, and to develop internship and other programs to aid graduates in career placement.

Requirements

• PhD in discipline related to data science (ex: statistics, computer science, applied mathematics, or a domain field with strong involvement in data science methodology applied in that field)
• Appointable to the rank of Associate or Full Professor upon initiation of the position

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in collaboratively co-organizing spaces that prioritize belonging
• Exemplary evidence of impact beyond academia through research, teaching, and/or service
• Demonstrated experience leading a productive and impactful research program aligned with the goals of the department

Skills

• Ability to build positively engaged spaces, programs, or organizations
• Excellent research scholarship
• Commitment to teaching, translation of knowledge, or advising/mentoring of students (including out-of-classroom education)

Benefits

Applications will be accepted until October 31st or until the post has been filled. If you are unable to use this online resource, please contact datascience@uoregon.edu to arrange alternate means of submitting application materials. Applicants who advance to subsequent rounds will be asked to provide a research statement, teaching statement, service statement, and references.

Pay

The salary is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position is on an annual basis, 9 month term.

About the University

The University of Oregon is building a faculty committed to meeting the needs of our changing student body and creating essential knowledge for society. We encourage applications from individuals who want to join an institution committed to addressing complex problems at all scales, and critical thinking and cross-disciplinary dialogue. We believe the way to create the faculty we need is to develop the most inclusive applicant pool. Goal 03 of our new (2024) strategic plan, titled Oregon Rising, is to create a flourishing community. As outlined in Oregon Rising, “Flourishing is the holistic development and thriving of every individual in our diverse community achieved through growth, well-being, resilience, trust, belonging, robust connection, and sense of purpose. A flourishing community is built on collective experience and is made stronger by our shared commitment to one another.

Additional Information

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

University of Oregon Benefits

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.

EEO Statement

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.