Description

The School of Data Science at the University of Virginia (UVA) is assembling a diverse and world-class faculty with broad expertise in data science to foster and advance our research agenda and educational programs. We seek candidates for multiple Quantitative Foundation distinguished professorships in data science, at the rank of tenured associate professor or full professor. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated internationally recognized achievement in data science and made fundamental contributions to the discipline. These endowed positions are made possible by a generous gift by the Quantitative Foundation to establish the School of Data Science.

Candidates for endowed faculty positions (associate and full professor with tenure) must demonstrate a record of excellence in research, teaching, and advising, in data science and/or closely related fields, and must have established a national/international reputation for contribution to the field in methodology, application, and impact. Quantitative Foundation endowed faculty are expected to maintain internationally recognized research programs, successfully compete for external research funding, instruct classes (in-person and online), and advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students. They are expected to elevate the school’s reputation as an internationally recognized leader in data science. Enthusiasm for growing and educating the next generation of data scientists, both at the undergraduate and graduate level, is highly desirable. Faculty will have a unique opportunity to shape the culture and direction of both a new discipline and a new school.

Qualifications

Candidates with backgrounds and experiences that are underrepresented in data science are especially encouraged to apply. A commitment to advancing the University's mission is essential for all candidates (https://provost.virginia.edu/faculty-handbook/mission-statement-university-virginia). Candidates must have earned a PhD in Data Science or a related field (e.g., STEM, social science or humanities degree with a data science focus). Appointments are made in the School of Data Science with the potential for joint or courtesy appointments in other schools as applicable.

Rank will be commensurate with academic and industry experience. Appointments will be available on 9-month contracts.

Application Instructions

Complete an application online and attach:

• A current Curriculum Vitae or Resume.
• A Cover Letter that addresses your experience and qualificaiton for this position and your interest in data science.
• A teaching statement that describes your teaching and mentoring experiences, and how they align with the UVA’s mission statement (https://provost.virginia.edu/faculty-handbook/mission-statement-university-virginia). This statement should focus on your past or planned educational activities and how you see data science education evolving over the next decade (1-3 pages).
• Please describe your past research endeavors and contributions as well as your future research goals (1-3 pages).
• If available, reviews & course evaluations from up to 3 educational courses, seminars, and/or short courses.

Review of applicants will begin on or around November 22, 2024 and the positions will remain open until filled. For questions about the application process please contact Jennifer Kirkham, Manager for Faculty Affairs at the School of Data Science, at sdsfacultyaffairs@virginia.edu. The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check at time of offer per University Policy.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.

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