05/10/2013
Grand Valley State University

Company Information: Grand Valley State University and the Department of Statistics emphasize effective teaching and professional development. The department offers an undergraduate major in Statistics and minors in Statistics and Applied Statistics, and a Professional Science Master’s degree in Biostatistics. In addition, courses are offered in support of university graduate programs in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Kirkhof College of Nursing, College of Health Professions and the College of Engineering and Computing. The department and university are strongly committed to using technology in teaching at all levels. All classrooms are outfitted with computer display equipment. The student and faculty networks at GVSU maintain the current versions of SAS, SPSS, S-Plus and JMP. For more information, see our web site at www.gvsu.edu/stat or call (616) 331-3355.

Position Title: Affiliate Faculty Position in the Department of Statistics

Duties & Responsibilities: Duties include teaching 5 three-hour courses per semester. Employment begins August 2013.

Position Qualifications: Qualified candidates must have an M.S. or Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related field. A commitment to teaching excellence is required. Candidates must have an interest in using technology in their courses. Preferred Qualifications and Education: Preferred candidates will have teaching experience and will have demonstrated a commitment to teach courses beyond introductory statistics. Preferred candidates will have programming experience with SAS or R.

Salary Range: Commensurate with qualifications.

Benefits: Affiliate faculty are eligible for benefits and a full description of those benefits can be found at http://www.gvsu.edu/helathwellness/bos.htm.

Web Site: www.gvsu.edu/stat

Application Address: An application should include a cover letter that addresses the applicant’s qualifications for the position, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a current vita. Apply online at www.gvsujobs.org. The online system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you need assistance or have questions, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact Dr. Paul Stephenson, the search committee chair, via e-mail at stephenp@gvsu.edu.

Contact Email: stephenp@gvsu.edu

Application Deadline: Review of candidate materials will begin on May 29, 2013 with applications accepted until the position is filled.