Department
Mathematics & Statistics, Chair
Compensation
Negotiable
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is seeking a 9-month, tenure-earning, Assistant Professor of Statistics. This position will report to Dr. Richard Patterson, Mathematics and Statistics Department Chair. This position is primarily engaged in teaching, research and service. Position responsibilities include a 2/2 teaching load.
Additional duties will include:
i) maintaining an active research agenda with potential to produce sponsored research, and
ii) contribute to in service opportunities within the department and the university at large.
Anticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin on August 3, 2026
Working Hours: Varies
Supervision Exercised: This is not a supervisory role
About the Department: As one of the largest departments at UNF, the Department of Mathematics and Statistics has over thirty faculty members and offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs of study. Our students are able to pursue the following degrees: B. S. in Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Sciences, Discrete Analysis and a B.A. in Mathematics, Statistics, and Applied Mathematics. In addition, the Department offers a graduate degree of Master of Science in Mathematical Sciences with both Mathematics and Statistics tracks. For more information about the department of Mathematics and Statistics, visit https://www.unf.edu/coas/math-stat/
In recent years, UNF has transitioned to an R2 institution with an increasing focus on research while maintaining excellence in teaching. Faculty at UNF are on flexible teaching loads, typically teaching between four to six courses per year, with newly hired faculty on a reduced load of two courses per semester for the first three years. Continued reduced teaching loads may be offered to faculty demonstrating significant accomplishments aligned with the university’s strategic plan ( https://www.unf.edu/strategic-plan/index.html). Startup funds may be available and negotiable.
Required Qualifications: At minimum, the candidate must have a Ph.D. in Statistics (or recognized terminal degree) from an acceptable accredited institution in the field of specialization or closely related discipline which must be conferred by August 1, 2026. Candidates will be expected to provide a demonstration of teaching effectiveness, present current research, and articulate excellence in future scholarly agenda.
Required Licensure: N/A
Additional Application Materials Required:
Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents:
· Current curriculum vitae
· Cover letter
Names, phone numbers, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage.
The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.
Additional Requirements:
Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.
Passport (all pages including blank pages) and
Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation)
Application Review Date: Initial review of applications is anticipated to begin on March 23, 2026
Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled
How to Apply: Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required documents.
Statement(s) of Understanding
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.
The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator
Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research-related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants MUST fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.
Equal Opportunity
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Carnegie
UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.
