Instructor of Statistics

Posting Summary

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00142PO25 Advertised Title Instructor of Statistics Campus Columbia College/Division College of Arts and Sciences Department CAS Statistics Advertised Salary Range We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 40 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 9 months Work County Richland Tenure Information Professional Track Job Search Category Faculty

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Position Description

Advertised

Job Summary

The faculty of the Department of Statistics at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a full time, professional-track position at the rank of Instructor to begin August 16, 2026. The position is a 9-month appointment with a teaching load of 8 courses for the academic year. This is an annual appointment that may be renewed contingent upon Dean's approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding.

Expected to teach service courses to undergraduate students and courses for undergraduate majors in statistics. Additional opportunities to collaborate on research, both within and outside the department, are available and will be encouraged, but are not required for retention. This position is ideal for the candidate who desires a career in academia with teaching as the primary focus. Aside from teaching responsibilities, the successful applicant is also expected to render some service to the department, college, or university.

Required

Education and Experience

PhD or Master's Degree in the Statistical and Data Sciences.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong preference will be given to applicants who have a Ph.D. in the statistical and data sciences, or who will have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. by the start date, and have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in teaching. Applicants with only a master's degree in the statistical and data sciences will also be considered, but must have an excellent record of teaching together with other relevant professional accomplishments.

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date 08/16/2026 Job Open Date 08/26/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

Applications must include: (1) a cover letter and a teaching statement; (2) a curriculum vitae; and (3) names and contact information, including telephone number and email address, of three references. The search committee will request reference letters at a later stage of the process. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position may be sent to Dr.

Xiaoyan (Iris) Lin (Search Committee Chair; email: lin.edu).

This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

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