Assistant Professor (Statistics)Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics

Prerequisites

Required Qualifications: 

• PhD in statistics, biostatistics, or closely related field
• At least one year of both theoretical and applied statistics coursework at the master’s level or higher
• Proficiency in R/RStudio, SAS, or Python
• Previous teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching
• Evidence of a commitment to undergraduate student advising
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students from varied backgrounds and identities
• Evidence of preparation for primary teaching responsibilities as listed below
• Ability to conduct research or scholarly collaborations with undergraduates
• Interest in, and preparation for, leadership roles in the college and profession

Things you will do:

Gustavus faculty teach, advise, conduct research, and serve the college and department.

• Teach a 6-course equivalent each academic year. In their first year, the successful candidate will receive a reduced teaching assignment of five courses, plus one fully-compensated course release. Courses may be different sections of the same course within a semester. Primary teaching responsibilities will include teaching a wide range of statistics courses, and contributions to general education.
• Help cultivate a welcoming community where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We strive to foster an environment where people can be themselves, build community, learn, and grow. 
• Elevate your teaching by joining a teaching circle, participating in workshops, applying for an internal teaching development grant, and engaging in conversations about teaching with colleagues across campus.
• Advance your scholarship by working with undergraduate research assistants, joining a writing retreat, applying for an internal grant, receiving travel funds to present at conferences, receiving help applying for external grants, and making use of our research facilities.
• Develop professional skills by participating in faculty meetings and committees, attending faculty development days, and taking advantage of the College’s membership to the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD).

How to apply: 

Visit https://gustavus.edu/jobs/ and complete the online application. The documents that must be uploaded include the following:

• Letter of application that addresses the required and preferred position qualifications
• Curriculum vitae
• A brief (one page) statement of teaching philosophy
  • If not provided in your CV, a list of previous teaching experiences including courses taught, your role (e.g., lab instructor, standalone instructor) and what statistical software was used (if applicable)
  • Describe your approach to teaching undergraduate students
  • Describe how you work with students from varied quantitative backgrounds
• A brief statement of scholarship (two pages maximum) in which you describe:
  • Your current area(s) of scholarship
  • Your plan for scholarship during the pre-tenure period
  • How you would involve undergraduates in your scholarship
• For candidates whose PhD is not in statistics or biostatistics, a brief statement (one page maximum) in which you describe how your coursework and previous experiences have prepared you for this position
• Transcripts (scanned copies acceptable)
• The names and contact information for three professional references (at least one must be able to address teaching experience and teaching effectiveness; please indicate the teaching reference in your letter of application). Please do not ask references to submit letters of recommendation; the committee will conduct reference checks by phone.

For full consideration, applications must be received by Friday, September 25, 2026. While applications may be accepted after this date, it is not guaranteed that they will be considered. At this time, please only upload the required documents listed above. Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search committee.

Things you’ll like: 

Based on data from AAUP (American Association of University Professors) and CUPA (College and University Professional Association), we offer a competitive starting salary range of $66,000 to $72,000 for a 9-month academic year. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience, training, certifications/licensure, market factors, departmental budgets, and responsibility. In addition, Gustavus provides comprehensive benefits designed to support your personal and financial well-being, including:

• Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance
• Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns
• Access to mental health apps
• Onsite health services
• Free parking, exercise classes, use of library and athletic facilities
• Paid parental leave (after one year of employment)
• Employer contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment)
• Tuition scholarships for dependents
• Tuition benefit plan for employees and spouse

Institution Information: Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation’s leading private liberal arts colleges serving 2,000 students, where faculty help equip students to lead purposeful lives and to act on the great challenges of our time. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota, and within a short drive to the Minneapolis/Saint Paul and Mankato metro areas. Learn more at https://gustavus.edu/provost/newfaculty/. 

Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.

Department Information: The Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics offers majors in Mathematics, Mathematics Teaching, Computer Science, and Statistics and graduates an average of 35 students per year. Among the 9 faculty, the department is home to three statisticians with varied research interests. In addition to the statistics major, the statistics minor is popular with students across campus, including those majoring in Economics, Finance, Management, Biology, Psychology and others. It is the philosophy of the Department that the skills of analytical thinking and logical argument, combined with the ability to communicate effectively, form the core of a solid liberal arts education in the mathematical sciences. For more information about the department, its faculty, students, and courses, please see the department website at https://gustavus.edu/mcs/.

NOTE: Candidates will not be compensated for materials prepared as part of the interview process, and the College will not retain the materials for its own use.