Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Statistics

UIC now invites candidates for this position which is expected to be filled in February/September 2020:  

Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Statistics (Ref:DST191009)

Job Description

Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Linear Algebra, Calculus, Statistics and Probability, Regression Analysis, Multivariate Analysis, Categorical Data Analysis, optimization, Time Series Analysis, Survival Analysis, Actuarial mathematics, Data Mining and Bayesian Statistics. We are particularly interested in applicants whose research is in the field of applied statistics, data mining, logistics or actuarial mathematics.

Job Requirement

Candidates should have a PhD or have a Master’s degree with extensive working experience in a related discipline. Successful candidates are expected to be committed to excellence in undergraduate or postgraduate teaching. Preference will be given to candidates who can undertake independent research leading to outstanding outcomes, including publications in high quality international-refereed journals. Research experience on Statistical modeling (Regression, Classification, Time-series forecasting) /Machine Learning /Text Mining /Optimization /Visualization are desirable. Academic rank will be determined in accordance with successful candidate’s experience and accomplishments.

Appointment Terms

Appointment to this position will initially be made on a fixed-term contract of two years. Commencing salaries will be commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Fringe benefits include housing allowance (applicable to Assistant Professor and above), leave and medical insurance. Continuation of appointment beyond the initial term will be subject to mutual agreement.
 
Application Procedures

*Please complete the job application form and upload the requested documents online: https://hrapp.uic.edu.hk/recruit/job/vacancy/JobDetail/142.

*If you failed to submit your application online, please send your application by emailing to recruit@uic.edu.hk. Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a completed "Job Application Form" which can be downloaded from http://web.uic.edu.hk/en/hr/job-opportunities/application-procedure. Please indicate the position being applied for, including the field of expertise, level and reference number.
 
The College reserves the right not to fill this position, or to extend the search until suitable candidates are identified or to make an appointment by invitation.