Position Title: Assistant Professor in Statistics (Computational Biology)

Duties & Responsibilities: The Department of Statistics at Colorado State University invites applications for a tenure track faculty position, starting Fall 2013. The position is expected to be at the Assistant Professor level. A Ph.D. in statistics or a related field and a commitment to high-quality research in statistics and excellence in teaching are required. The position is in the Department of Statistics. A record of statistical research with relevance to biological sciences is required. The emphasis of this search is computational biology and bioinformatics. This position is part of the College of Natural Sciences cluster hire in computational biology with two additional positions advertised by the departments of Biology and Computer Science (one position in each of these departments). The Department of Statistics is also recruiting for a second faculty position: (http://cns.natsci.colostate.edu/employment/Statistics/).

Position Qualifications: A Ph.D. in statistics or a related field and a commitment to high-quality research in statistics and excellence in teaching are required. The position is in the Department of Statistics. A record of statistical research with relevance to biological sciences is required. The emphasis of this search is computational biology and bioinformatics. An application includes a cover letter, complete CV, graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference. The cover letter must address the applicant's interest in collaborative research in biological sciences and the relevant experience. The CV must address teaching experience. Application materials can be uploaded in PDF format at http://cns.natsci.colostate.edu/employment/StatsBio/ Complete application instructions are available at that site. Applications completed by November 15, 2012 will receive full consideration, but applications will be accepted after this date until the position is filled. Applications of semifinalist candidates, including letters of reference, will be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Department of Statistics. The department currently comprises 16 faculty and over 50 graduate students, and has a network of faculty affiliates at nearby research agencies (National Center for Atmospheric Research, National Institute of Standards and Technology, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, among others). Our faculty members have a wide range of expertise and are involved in various interdisciplinary graduate training and research activities. Internal and external consulting activities of the department are supported through the Graybill Statistical Laboratory and the Center for Applied Statistical Expertise. Further information about the department and position is available on our webpage http://www.stat.colostate.edu/. Fort Collins, located one hour north of Denver in a beautiful location along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, offers abundant recreational and cultural opportunities. Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. Colorado State University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history.

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Web Site: http://www.stat.colostate.edu/

Application Address: http://cns.natsci.colostate.edu/employment/StatsBio/

Contact Email: stephens@stat.colostate.edu

Application Deadline: 11/15/2012