The Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences of Marquette University invites applications for a tenure-track position in the broad area of Foundations of Data Science and AI at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in August 2025. Subfields include mathematical or statistical machine learning, topological data analysis, geometric data analysis, causal inference, optimization, data-driven modeling, uncertainty quantification, applications of novel AI methodology. Candidates with research in other areas of mathematics or statistics with a similar data-driven emphasis will be considered and are encouraged to apply. 

Preference will be given to those who demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, those who can actively participate and contribute to our Ph.D. program in Computational Mathematical and Statistical Sciences, and those whose research record demonstrates potential for establishing an externally funded research program. The Department highly regards and encourages interdisciplinary research. For more information about the Department and its programs, see http://www.marquette.edu/mssc/ 

We seek candidates who can contribute to the university mission, and candidates from underrepresented groups are particularly welcome. For more on university mission, see http://www.marquette.edu/about/mission.php 

For more information, or to apply for the position, please see the listing on Marquette University’s electronic recruitment system: https://employment.marquette.edu/postings/22018

Formal review of applications will begin on November 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

Earned doctorate or a terminal degree. Demonstrated potential for teaching excellence and high quality research.

About Marquette University

Marquette, an EOE that values diversity, is a Catholic Jesuit university routinely listed among the country’s top universities renowned for academic vigor, innovation and achievements of its community of scholars. Across 10 colleges, Marquette offers dozens of both undergraduate majors/minors, and graduate (doctoral and master’s) degrees. Marquette is located at the heart of Milwaukee, WI, a mid-sized city on the coast of Lake Michigan with a vibrant cultural scene, easy access to outdoor activities, professional sports teams, and a low cost of living. For more information about Marquette, see http://www.marquette.edu.

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