Description
The Institute for Theoretical Sciences at Westlake University invites applications for tenure-track and teaching-track faculty positions in Statistics, Data Science, Biostatistics, and closely related fields.
Open Positions
1. Tenure-track faculty positions
Open at the ranks of Assistant Professor and Associate Professor
Number of positions: multiple
2. Teaching-track faculty positions
Open at three ranks: Lecturer, Associate Professor, Professor
No. of Vacancies: 1
Salary and Benefits
Salary packages are highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience; for tenure-track positions, generous start-up packages and research support are available.
How to apply
Please submit your application online or email your application package as a single PDF file in English to its_office@westlake.edu.cn. In the email subject line, please indicate “Name + Position (tenure-track / teaching-track)”.
The application package should include:
Cover letter
Up-to-date CV
For tenure-track positions: a research statement (3–5 pages) and a separate teaching statement (2–3 pages).
For teaching-track positions: a teaching statement (3–5 pages) focusing on teaching philosophy, experience, and course development.
Proposed research topics or research plan (for tenure-track positions only)
Course description and syllabus for a proposed introductory undergraduate course (for teaching-track positions only)
Arrange for 3 letters of reference (to be sent by referees directly)
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until all positions are filled.
Contact
Institute for Theoretical Sciences, Westlake University
Email: its_office@westlake.edu.cn
Requirements
1. Tenure-track faculty positions
Have obtained a Ph.D. degree in Statistics, Data Science, Biostatistics, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated potential for excellence in independent research in Statistical Science, Data Science, Probability, or related areas.
2. Teaching-track faculty positions
Ph.D. in Statistics, Data Science, Biostatistics, or a closely related field by the start date.
A demonstrated record of excellence in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses (in English) covering Statistics, Data Science, and Probability.
Demonstrated strong research capabilities or engagement in one or more of the following areas: Statistical Science, Data Science, Probability Theory, Stochastic Processes, and their applications (e.g., Big Data, Biostatistics, Financial Mathematics, Stochastic Numerical Methods).
