Statistics Faculty

Tracking CodeF113Job Description

Position Title: Statistics Faculty

Position Tracking Number: F113

School/College: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Department: Mathematics, Physics and Statistics

Location: Azusa

About APU:

Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive, evangelical, Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles, California. As a leading Christian university in California, Azusa Pacific University grounds rigorous academics on a solid spiritual foundation. With an intentional focus on scholarship, faith integration, diversity, and internationalization, APU provides high-quality academic programs within a tight-knit community of disciples and scholars. APU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as an R2 Doctoral University, recognizing APU’s high level of research activity. A leader in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, APU is committed to excellence in higher education. Offering more than 100 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs on campus, online, and at seven regional locations across Southern California, APU continues to be recognized annually as one of America’s Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report.

Description:

The Department of Mathematics and Physics invites applications for a full-time faculty position in statistics. The position involves teaching primarily at the graduate level with some undergraduate courses; preference will be given to those with ability to teach business analytics courses. Currently, the department has 12 full-time faculty members serving more than 60 mathematics and physics majors and 30 minors. In addition to the master’s program, the department also has an undergraduate minor in applied statistics and offers several general education courses including Introduction to Statistics.

Specialization: Statistics

Responsibilities:

Teach coursesDevelop new coursesMaintain an active research program involving students, Mentor and advise students, Participate in department and university affairs Engage in ongoing professional development (e.g., seminars and conferences) to stay current with cutting-edge methodologies. May be needed to work at alternative Regional Campuses or Sites.

Level: Open rank (Assistant, Associate, Full Professor)

Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in statistics or a related discipline.Demonstrated potential for teaching excellence.Demonstrated, vibrant Christian faith compatible with the mission of Azusa Pacific University. (Faculty members are required to sign a “Statement of Faith,” available at http://www.apu.edu/about/believe, and to adhere to the policies outlined in the Faculty Handbook.)An interest in helping students to integrate their faith and their studies.

Experience:

All candidates should have experience teaching statistics at the university level. The ideal candidate will have an active research program, relevant experience which could lead to establishing industry, government or health care organization partners, and/or experience in successful academic program development.

Workload: Full-time faculty position.

Hire Date: Open until filled.

Mental Demands:

Ability to integrate Christian values in all aspects.Ability to engage in critical thinking and exercise independent judgment.Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.Ability to collaborate with other faculty and staff and maintain collegial relations.Self starter, ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.

Additional Information:

Candidates must align with Azusa Pacific University's Christian identity. Faculty members are expected to sign a Statement of Faith (available at http://www.apu.edu/about/believe), to adhere to the policies outlined in the Faculty Handbook, and to integrate the Christian faith in teaching and scholarship.

Azusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation.

Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Azusa Pacific University conducts background checks on all final candidates.

Application Procedure:

Applications will be reviewed as received. We prefer to receive applications by November 1, but the position will remain open until filled. Applicants are encouraged to submit a statement of teaching philosophy and a research statement.

Job LocationAzusa, California, United StatesPosition TypeFull-Time/Regular