Assistant Professor

Job Summary:

The Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences has an opening for a full-time, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2025.

The minimum qualification is a Ph.D. in the mathematical sciences, or the statistical sciences, or a related field. The research expertise of the department is in Data Science, Statistics, Probability, Numerical Algorithms, Graph Theory, and Optimization Research. Preference will be given to candidates with connections to one or several of these research areas. The successful candidate should have demonstrated potential for excellence in research, and a strong commitment to quality teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Preference will be given to candidates who have potential for attracting external research funding.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong independent research program, supervise graduate and undergraduate student research, teach courses at both the graduate and undergraduate level, and provide service to the Department, University and professional organizations. We also seek candidates who demonstrate effectiveness in teaching, mentoring, nurturing, and inspiring diverse students of all ethnicities, nationalities and genders, including first generation college undergraduates. This is a 9-month academic year appointment with 40% teaching, 40% research and 20% service expectations. The regular teaching load is 4 courses per year, which may be reduced for an initial period.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research, and creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. For more information, visit ucdenver.edu.

As part of the broader mission of the University of Colorado (CU) system, the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences at CU Denver is committed to serving the public interest in pursuit of excellence in teaching and research with an emphasis on increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the mathematical and statistical sciences.

The department maintains undergraduate and graduate curriculum that facilitates the intellectual growth of a diverse body of students at all levels. Our curricula prepares undergraduate students to be integral members of the growing STEM workforce in Colorado, the U.S., and the world. The department is preparing its graduate students not only for research and teaching careers in academia but also for a wide-array of successful careers as computational and data scientists within industry and government.

The department is living up to the designation of CU Denver as a research university with both its research and the PhD program in Applied Mathematics. We are building a strong research reputation nationally and internationally with many faculty receiving competitive external research funding that support a significant proportion of graduate students. The department has strong research collaboration with CU Anschutz and various national labs (NREL, Sandia, Livermore, etc.).

The Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences faculty consists 12 tenure-track and 8 instructor-track. The PhD program has 28 TA lines to support its PhD students.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

* Ph.D. in the mathematical sciences, or the statistical sciences, or a related field.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Possess skills required for excellence in research
• Ability to obtain external research funding
• Ability to develop a strong research program
• Ability to develop excellence in mentoring and teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position has been established at $80,000 to $90,000.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Application
Deadline:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by December 7, 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
2. A current CV/resume
3. List of three professional references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)
4. A research statement, describing research accomplishments, interests and goals.
5. A teaching statement, describing teaching experience and teaching philosophy.

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Florian Pfender at florian.pfender@ucdenver.edu

Diversity and Equity:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment.

Land Acknowledgement:

It is important to recognize and honor that we are on the traditional territories and ancestral homelands of the Cheyenne, Arapaho, and Ute nations in what is now called Denver, Colorado. The confluence of the Platte and Cherry Creek Rivers where the Auraria campus is now located, was the epicenter for numerous activities for over forty-five Indigenous Nations, including the Lakota, Kiowa, Comanche, Apache, Shoshone, Paiute, Zuni, and Hopi, among others. The painful history of genocide and forced removal of Indigenous peoples from this territory demands that we pay respect and give reparations. Indigenous peoples are the original stewards of this land, they still have ties here, and they should be able to thrive here. Wherever we are, however we gather, it is our responsibility to recognize and address our roles in ongoing forms of colonization.

It is also important to acknowledge that the Auraria campus' establishment - and its continued existence today - was only made possible through the forced removal of the Auraria neighborhood's predominately Latinx residents and the demolition of community that those residents created and fought to save. While the Displaced Aurarian Scholarship is one step toward reparations, this history demands that we pay respect and work toward recompense.

Background Check Policy:

The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment..

Vaccination Statement:

As of 7/1/2023, The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19, but is not required. COVID recommendations and information can be found at: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus