The Department of Statistics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking applications for multiple full-time, 9-month Lecturer and Instructor positions as part of a revised and extended search. These career-oriented, teaching-focused roles offer exciting opportunities to support the department’s rapidly growing programs in statistics, statistics & computer science, and data science.
Key Areas of Instructional Need
While candidates from all teaching backgrounds will be considered, priority areas include:
- Introductory statistics
- Data science
- Machine learning
- Data and software engineering
- Statistical applications involving big data
Instructors and Lecturers will play a central role in coordinating and teaching Data Science labs and undergraduate courses. Candidates should bring strong Python skills and a passion for high-quality instruction.
Position Details
- Instructor: Requires a Master’s degree in statistics or a related field
- Lecturer: Requires a PhD in statistics or a related field
- Both positions come with a clear track for promotion and professional development, and teaching experience at the undergraduate (and possibly graduate) level is expected.
Anticipated start date: August 16, 2025
Salary ranges:
- Instructor: $70,000 – $80,000
- Lecturer: $80,000 – $90,000
How to Apply
To apply, candidates should visit jobs.illinois.edu and upload the following:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Teaching statement
- Inclusive excellence statement
- (Optional) Course evaluations
Applicants should describe their contributions to inclusive teaching and service, including examples and outcomes. Reference requests will be initiated after submission, and applications received by May 15, 2025 will receive full consideration. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews and offers may be made on a rolling basis.
For questions, contact stat-search@illinois.edu or call 217-333-2167.
Why Illinois?
As a top-ranked research institution, the University of Illinois offers a vibrant academic community, a competitive benefits package, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The University of Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are available for those with disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, or religious needs.
Join us and help shape the future of data science education at Illinois!
Requisition ID: 1026925
Job Category: Faculty
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu