Assistant Professor of Mathematics
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Position Details

• Position: Assistant Professor of Statistics
• Type: Tenure-Track
• Academic Year: 2025-2026
• Available: Fall 2025

Location

Department of Mathematics, College of Natural Sciences, Mathematics, and Engineering (NSME), California State University, Bakersfield, 9001 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311-1099

Contact

Dr. Eduardo Montoya Phone: (661) ###-#### Email: ...@csub.edu

Deadline

Full consideration for applications submitted by May 29, 2025. Applications after this date may be reviewed until the position is filled.

University Background

California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB), founded in 1970, serves a diverse population in the southern San Joaquin Valley. It is a key educational, economic, and cultural hub in the region, with numerous accolades and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

College & Department Information

The NSME houses eight departments, including Mathematics, which offers B.S. degrees in various Mathematics and Statistics fields. The department emphasizes discussion-based learning, undergraduate research, and has excellent lab facilities.

Position Description

Applications are invited for a tenure-track position in Statistics at the Assistant Professor level starting August 2025.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate in Statistics or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Research productivity and/or promise in statistics or related areas, with preferred research areas including financial econometrics, time series analysis, and volatility modeling.
• Experience using R in the classroom.
• Interest in teaching a broad range of courses, engaging undergraduates in research, and statistical consulting.
• Prior university teaching experience.
• Commitment to teaching students from diverse backgrounds, including first-generation students.

Teaching and Research Duties

The teaching load is 12 units per semester, mostly 4-unit courses, with an emphasis on activity and problem-solving sessions. Research and grant activities are supported, especially in the first two years, with expectations to develop a research agenda and publish regularly. Collaboration across disciplines is encouraged.

Salary & Rank

• Assistant Professor; salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Estimated annual salary range: $78,000 - $90,000

Application Materials

• Cover letter (2 pages)
• Teaching statement (2 pages)
• Research statement
• Curriculum Vitae
• Publication list (optional)
• At least three references with contact info; finalists will need to provide recommendation letters.

Application Process

Apply online at CSUB Careers site. Remove PII from application materials before submission.

Additional Information

• Background check required.
• Out-of-state employment requires work to be performed within California.
• Position involves compliance with mandated reporting laws and security policies.
• CSUB is committed to equal opportunity and diversity, fostering an inclusive environment.

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