Global Professor (Multiple Positions)
Posting Number: req20964
Department: Mathematics
Location: Outside of US
Address: Beijing CHN
Position Highlights
The Department of Mathematics at the University of Arizona is searching for up to four Global Professors of Statistics and Data Science. The successful candidate will be expected to relocate to Tucson for training and course development in the Fall semester of 2025, and to relocate to Beijing in the Spring semester of 2026. These positions carry no expectation of research.
UArizona has entered into an agreement with the Capital University of Economics and Business (CUEB) in Beijing to offer a dual degree in Statistics and Data Science. Foundational courses will be delivered by CUEB faculty, and advanced courses will be delivered by UArizona faculty at CUEB, leading to two Bachelor of Science degrees.
Founded in 1956, CUEB is a highly ranked Chinese University specializing in finance, business, and economics. Its campus is located between the Southwest 3rd and 4th ring roads in the Jijiamiao area of the Fengtai district of Beijing. The University of Arizona, located in Tucson, is the flagship campus of the state university system and is known for its strengths in the physical sciences and its interdisciplinary programs.
Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
- The successful candidate will be expected to relocate to Tucson for training and course development in the Fall semester of 2025, and to relocate to Beijing in the Spring semester of 2026.
- Global Professors will help develop courses for the program,
teach three to four courses per semester, and advise students.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Desire to learn Mandarin and engage with Chinese culture
Minimum Qualifications
- A Master's degree or PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field
- Two years of teaching experience
- Experience in advanced topics in Statistics, such as statistical computing, regression analysis, statistical learning, probability theory, and statistical theory
- Fluency in English (native-speaker level) sufficient to teach courses at both campuses
- Ability to meet visa and entry requirements at the host campus and to comply with policies of both universities
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated success in engaging, motivating, and inspiring students
- Higher priority will be given to applicants who have background in a specialized area of Statistics, e.g., Bayesian statistics, nonparametric statistics, data visualization, time series, survey sampling, or natural language processing
- Experience teaching abroad
- Experience in academic administration
Rank: Professor
Tenure Information
Global (NTE)
FLSA: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Academic
Job Category: Faculty
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: $60,000 - $80,000 USD (DOE)(9-month contract)
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 4
Contact Information for Candidates
Alejandra Gaona
headoffice@math.arizona.edu
(520) 621-2868
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
In addition to Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter *, please submit a list of names and contact information for three professional references in the Additional Document slot.* Note: The cover letter should address the candidate's qualifications for and interest in this specific position.
Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
