APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Division/College
College of Science
Department
Mathematics and Statistical Science
Position Classification
Regular Faculty
Rank
Assistant Professor
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Location
Moscow
FTE
1.0
Advertising Pay Range
Commensurate with experience
FLSA Status
Exempt
Type of Appointment
Academic Year
POSITION OVERVIEW
Primary Faculty Position Summary
The Department of Mathematics and Statistical Science is seeking to hire a new tenure-track applied mathematician or statistician at the Assistant Professor level at the Moscow campus. Potential research areas may include (but are not limited to) mathematical and computational modeling, mathematical biology, biostatistics, statistical methodology, machine learning, or other quantitative approaches relevant to health and biomedical research.
This position will be secondarily affiliated with the university’s NIH-funded COBRE in Nutrition and Women’s Health. As such, successful candidates should be interested in and willing to collaborate with other university faculty conducting research related to nutrition and women’s health as well as participate in COBRE in Nutrition and Women’s Health activities.
Instructional duties include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in mathematics and/or statistics (typically two courses per semester) to support mathematics and statistics education at the university and the BS, MS, and PhD programs. Mentoring and advising students are expected.
Scholarship duties include conducting research in applied mathematics or statistics, disseminating research through publications in refereed professional journals, and seeking external funding to support research activities.
Service duties include serving on departmental and university committees and participating in recruitment and retention efforts. Outreach duties include participating in activities related to community involvement and serving in the professional community.
The College of Science is also recruiting new faculty in biology (ecological immunology), geography (health geography), geology (critical materials), physics (research area open), and statistics or applied mathematics (for independent or collaborative research in nutrition and women’s health). Applications from partners or collaborators who fit these positions are encouraged.
Teaching & Advising Effort Percentage
50%
Scholarship & Creative Activity Effort Percentage
40%
Outreach & Extension Effort Percentage
5%
University Service & Leadership Effort Percentage
5%
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Ph.D. in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Record of research activity in applied mathematics or statistics
- Experience teaching mathematics and/or statistics or as a teaching assistant at the university level
ADDITIONAL PREFERRED
- Postdoctoral research experience
- Demonstrated grant writing experience
- History of peer-reviewed publications in mathematics, statistics, or related fields
- Experience teaching mathematics and/or statistics at the university level
- Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience in developing and/or applying mathematical or statistical methods to research in nutrition and/or women’s health
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
N/A
POSTING INFORMATION
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
As part of the application, you will need to provide a cover letter and both a statement of teaching and a statement of research.
- Your cover letter (maximum of two single-spaced pages) should address how you meet each qualification.
- Your statement of research (maximum of two single-spaced pages) should include a discussion of your research experience and interests, experience applying for funding, plans for future research programs, and plans for funding for your research. Include connections to your past and/or future research on nutrition and/or women’s health.
- Your statement of teaching (maximum of two single-spaced pages) should include a discussion of your teaching experiences, methods, style, and innovations. Please be sure to include concrete examples in your statement.
This position will remain open until filled, however, applications received on or before January 8, 2027 will receive first consideration. Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.
Appropriate work authorization is required for this position. New H-1B visa sponsorship from University of Idaho is supported in limited circumstances from existing visa holders. Other visa sponsorship may be available depending on the candidate’s eligibility. Please contact the International Program Office at intlemp@uidaho.edu for additional visa eligibility information.
Visa Sponsorship
Uncertain
Degree Requirement Timeline
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check
EEO Statement: The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
