William H. Kruskal Instructor of Statistics, Computational and Applied Mathematics

William H. Kruskal Instructor

Salary Range or Pay Grade: $94,860. This base pay is for a nine-month academic appointment. There may be opportunities for additional compensation over the summer. Rates will be determined based on project scope and level of effort.

Position Description

The University of Chicago Department of Statistics invites applications for the position of William H. Kruskal Instructor. We seek recent or expected Ph.D. graduates doing advanced research with a connection to applied mathematics, computational mathematics, or machine learning. Kruskal Instructor responsibilities include engagement in independent research and teaching up to three quarter-long courses per year. The appointment is for a term of up to three years.

The University of Chicago has the highest standards for scholarship and academic quality, is dedicated to fundamental research, and has an inherently inter-disciplinary structure that is very supportive of newly emerging research opportunities.

This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Qualifications

Required:

Completion of all requirements for the Ph.D. in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or a related field by the time of hire.

Preferred: research interests related to those of faculty in the Committee on Computational and Applied Mathematics.

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted online through the University of Chicago's Academic Jobs website:

Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2026 and will continue until all positions are filled.

The following materials are required:

• cover letter;
• curriculum vitae including a list of publications;
• statement describing past and current research accomplishments and outlining future research plans;
• teaching statement; three confidential letters of reference, at least one of which addresses teaching ability.

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