Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure System

About the Department

Founded in 1955, the Department of Statistics and Probability at Michigan State University (MSU) maintains a long tradition of excellence in fundamental research. The department fosters a collaborative and vibrant community of faculty engaged in both applied and methodological research, with leading groups in statistics and probability. Our unique and diverse community provides a stimulating research environment for scholars to pursue work in probability and build strong broader impacts on related disciplines.

The department welcomes and supports people of all backgrounds, origins, identities, and beliefs. All members are expected to engage in behaviors and practices that are inclusive and respectful, fostering trust within the community.

About the Role

We seek candidates for a tenure-track faculty position in probability at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, beginning in August 2025. The successful candidate will develop and sustain a strong research program, provide high-quality education at both graduate and undergraduate levels, and engage in professional and institutional service.\n We are particularly interested in expertise areas such as high-dimensional probability, random matrix theory, random graphs, stochastic analysis, and stochastic processes. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated research interests or expertise in developing new theory or methods, either directly or with clear implications for applications. Candidates are expected to show evidence of productivity and potential for independent research (Assistant level) or a history of leading a successful research program with independent funding (Associate/Full level). Additionally, a commitment to teaching, mentorship, and building an equitable and diverse scholarly and instructional environment is required.

Application Instructions

Complete applications must be submitted by December 15, 2024, to receive full consideration. Review of applications will begin on December 16, 2024. Late submissions will be considered if suitable candidates are not identified by the deadline.

The application package must include:

• A 1-page cover letter framing the application in the context of this advertisement and addressing qualifications.
• A curriculum vitae detailing education, academic appointments, professional experience, funded grants, publications, teaching, mentoring, and service.
• A 2-6 page research statement describing past accomplishments and future plans to demonstrate the ability to conduct independent research.
• A 2-3 page teaching statement describing experience in instruction and mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students.
• Three or four reference letters, with at least one addressing teaching ability.

Applicants are expected to summarize their contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout their application materials.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to the search committee chair, Haolei Weng, at wenghaol@msu.edu.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

Michigan State University is committed to providing a work environment that supports employees' work and personal life and offers employment assistance to the spouse or partner of candidates for faculty and academic staff positions.

MSU has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. As one of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or protected veteran status.