The Department of Mathematics and Science invites candidates to apply for a tenure-track position in statistics starting in Fall 2024.
We are looking for someone who will be a devoted teacher of statistics and an active researcher in any area of mathematics or closely related field.
The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching three undergraduate course sections each semester. At least two of these will be our foundational introductory statistics (non-calculus) course designed for non-mathematics majors. Additionally, there may be opportunities to teach various other mathematics courses, subject to the needs of the department.
Candidates should thoroughly understand statistics, have experience in employing data-driven methodologies in contemporary introductory statistics courses, and demonstrate proficiency in getting non-mathematics students excited about statistics.
We invite applications from candidates at the rank of Assistant Professor or higher.
We base salaries on rank and qualifications.
QUALIFICATIONS
A Ph.D. in Mathematics / Statistics or a related area is required. We prefer candidates with undergraduate teaching experience in the US liberal arts style of education and a record of publications or scholarly research. However, candidates near the completion of their dissertation are welcome to apply.
ABOUT AUBG
AUBG is an American-style liberal arts university accredited in Bulgaria and the United States. Established in 1991 after the fall of communism to educate students for life in a democratic society, AUBG has recommitted to its founding mission by establishing the Center for Information, Democracy, and Citizenship. We are especially interested in hearing from candidates excited about working in a region where an appreciation of statistics is crucial to sustaining a democratic society. AUBG is located in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria. We are a selective, residential institution with a diverse student body of around 1000 students from over 40 countries. English is the language of instruction. Many of our graduates continue their education at prestigious universities in the United States and Europe. Others have contributed to the private and public sectors in the region and worldwide.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please send an application form (available here), cover letter, CV, official graduate transcripts, and evidence of teaching effectiveness to jobs-math@aubg.edu. Please ask your referees to submit their confidential letters to this address.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
