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Assistant Professor of Statistics – Tenure Track

Villanova University
Villanova, PA, USA
Sep 06, 2026

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Villanova University

Assistant Professor of Statistics – Tenure Track

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Posting Number:	20260066F
Position Title:	Assistant Professor of Statistics – Tenure Track
Position Type:	Faculty
Location:	Villanova, PA
Recruitment Type:	Internal/External Applicants
Work Schedule:	full-time/9-months
Department:	185-Mathematics & Statistics
Position Summary:	Why work at Villanova? Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others. Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum. Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more. The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Villanova University invites applications for a tenure track position in Statistics with the rank of Assistant Professor. The position begins in August 2027. The teaching load is 12 credits for the first year, with a standard load of 15 credits per year thereafter. Candidates from all areas of statistics and data science are invited to apply. Join a dynamic group of 15 statisticians and data scientists with research interests spanning applied and theoretical fields! Our program features a well-established MS in Applied Statistics and Data Science and an undergraduate major and minor in statistics. We are particularly interested in expanding our data science offerings to meet increasing student demand at all levels. Graduates of our program pursue careers in industries including healthcare, business, sports, consulting, and education. Some also pursue further degrees in statistics, data science, or a related field. Our department currently has 46 full-time faculty members in mathematics and statistics. Villanova values excellence in teaching, supporting it through teaching development and grant opportunities as well as small class sizes. The department, known for its collegiality, provides a caring and inclusive community in which faculty and students of all backgrounds can learn and succeed. Further information can be found at https://math.villanova.edu. Villanova is located 12 miles west of Philadelphia, which is the nation’s sixth largest city and home to many historical and cultural attractions. There is easy access to the Philadelphia International Airport and to nearby cities such as New York and Washington, DC both by highway and by rail. More information about Villanova and its location is available on the Villanova website at https://www1.villanova.edu/university.html. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities:	Teach courses in statistics and/or data science at the introductory, upper division, and graduate levels. Establish and maintain a research program in your area of expertise. Be an active member of the department, the Villanova community, and the profession.
Minimum Qualifications:	Ph.D. (completed before Fall 2027) in statistics, data science, or a related field. Commitment to excellence in both teaching and research.
Preferred Qualifications:
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:
Special Message to Applicants:	Applicants must apply online: All applications are to include: Cover letter. Curriculum vitae. Copies of academic transcripts (undergraduate and graduate). At least three confidential letters of recommendation (four maximum). An email will be sent to your references with a secure web link asking that they submit confidential letters of recommendation. Statement of Teaching Philosophy.Statement of Research Interests.For finalists, an official graduate transcript and a statement of contribution to Villanova’s mission will be required. Review of applications begins upon receipt and continues until the position is filled. Applications that are completed by October 9, 2026 will be given full consideration.
Posting Date:	09/04/2026
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Salary Posting Information:	Competitive
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Job Classification:	faculty

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