UNIVERSITY OF
SASKATCHEWAN
College of Arts and Science
Department of Mathematics and Statistics

Tenure-Track Position in Statistics

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics in the College of Arts and Science at the University of Saskatchewan invites applications for a tenure-track position in the area of Statistics (code: ST10) at the Assistant Professor level effective July 1, 2010.

The Department is seeking candidates with established accomplishments and outstanding promise of further research productivity in Sampling Theory with a special interest in Spatial Statistics. In addition, the candidate should have a strong interest in collaborating with other academic units on campus. Such projects could include for example modeling the geographic distribution of disease, of animal habitat, of human social behavior, of environmental risks etc. The University of Saskatchewan has many colleges, departments and research groups that would value and benefit from this activity. Applicants must have a doctoral degree in Statistics and demonstrate excellence or promise of excellence in teaching mathematical and applied statistics courses at all levels. Accreditation by a national statistical organization will be considered an asset. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a vigorous, externally-funded research program and to supervise graduate students. For more information on the Department of Mathematics and Statistics and its research activities, see http://math.usask.ca/.

The College of Arts and Science offers a dynamic combination of programs in the humanities and fine arts, the social sciences and the natural sciences. There are over 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students in the College and 325 faculty, including 12 Canada Research Chairs. The College emphasizes student and faculty research, interdisciplinary programs, community outreach and international opportunities.

The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of about 20,000. The University is one of Canada’s leading research-intensive post-secondary academic institutions.

Application material must include the candidate’s Curriculum Vitae and list of publications. Applicants should also arrange for at least three letters of reference to be sent directly from their referees. At least one letter of reference should include detailed comments on the teaching abilities of the applicant. Candidates are also encouraged to supply a research statement and a teaching statement. Candidates must include a cover letter specifying that they are applying for position code ST10 and must indicate if they are Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

All material should be sent preferably by email as PDF files to:
mathstatsearchST10@math.usask.ca

or alternatively to:

Dr. Raj Srinivasan, Head
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
University of Saskatchewan
106 Wiggins Road
Saskatoon, SK S7N 5E6

Closing date for receipt of applications is January 31, 2010.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. In accordance with the University’s Employment Equity Policy, the department welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Women, people of aboriginal descent, members of visible minorities, and people with disabilities are invited to identify themselves as members of these designated groups on their applications.