Assistant Teaching Professor In Statistics

Assistant Teaching Professor In Statistics

Ames, IA
Full Time
R18171

Position Title:
Assistant Teaching Professor in Statistics

Appointment Type:
Faculty

Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of Statistics invites candidates to apply for a term faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor. Responsibilities include teaching statistics courses to graduate students in our online Master of Applied Statistics (MAS) degree program, as well as teaching both in person and online undergraduate statistics courses and courses for graduate students majoring in fields other than statistics. The position also includes revising or developing online courses. The successful candidate will have excellent teaching and communication skills and provide effective and welcoming learning experiences for all students.

The position involves a 9-month appointment with an initial length of 3 years, starting August 16, 2026. Renewal for additional 3-year contracts is contingent on performance and department need. Opportunities for teaching online summer courses for additional pay are likely.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• MS in statistics or a closely related field by the time of appointment
  
• Teaching experience at the college or university level
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in statistics or a closely related field by the time of appointment
  
• Teaching experience as the instructor of record in statistics at the university level
  
• Experience with teaching, revising, or developing online courses
  
  

Department/Program & College Description:

Iowa State University's Department of Statistics is one of the first and largest statistics departments in the United States. The Department's faculty teach students the science of learning from data and prepare students for rewarding careers in today's data-driven world. In addition to the online Master of Applied Statistics degree, the Department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in statistics and teaches undergraduate and graduate statistics courses that serve Iowa State students with any major. The Department strives to create a welcoming and supportive environment where all students, staff, and faculty have the support they need to thrive.

Department Unit/Website:

https://www.stat.iastate.edu/

Proposed Start Date:
August 16, 2026

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
May 15, 2029

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
09 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. For guaranteed consideration, applications should be received by January 9, 2026. All interested, qualified persons must apply for this position online.

Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Cover letter
  
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
  
• Contact information for three references
  
• Graduate transcript(s)
  
• Teaching Statement
  

For any questions regarding the position, please contact Kathy Kiesling (kiesling@iastate.edu).

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: