Faculty Positions
Professional-Track Faculty Position in the Department of Statistics and Data Sciences
The Department of Statistics and Data Sciences (SDS) at The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for the Director of the MS Program in Statistics, with appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor of Instruction. SDS is looking forward to an expansion of its MS program through an integrated 4+1 BS/MS sequence for our rapidly growing Statistics and Data Science major. The Director of the MS Program will help lead this initiative alongside the chair of the department, shaping curriculum, advising, admissions, and the long-term academic vision of the program, while also teaching classes at the undergraduate and MS level. The anticipated start date for the position is either January 1, 2027 or August 16, 2027.
Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in statistics, biostatistics, or a related discipline. Successful candidates will likely have at least 5 years of university teaching experience in statistics and data science, including experience with both introductory classes and classes at the advanced undergraduate or master’s level. Further details about this position and instructions for submitting an application are available here.
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled, with all applications received by August 17, 2026 receiving full consideration. Assuming the position continues to remain open, applications received after August 17, but before November 16, 2026, will continue to be considered.
Graduate Student Positions
Teaching Assistant
The Department of Statistics and Data Sciences regularly hires The University of Texas at Austin graduate students to serve as teaching assistants for our undergraduate courses. Applicants for these positions should have a strong background in statistics and/or data science.
- To apply for a Teaching Assistant position, please fill out this survey.
Do not contact instructors or staff directly about positions. We will notify you if you are selected for an interview or position. Please do not submit an application until you know your schedule.
Undergraduate Student Positions
Undergraduate Course Assistants
The Department of Statistics and Data Sciences regularly hires The University of Texas at Austin undergraduate students who have completed specific courses to serve as an undergraduate teaching assistant for the course. In addition, the department employs undergraduate student assistants to support the main office operations.
- There are no open positions at this time.
Do not contact instructors or staff directly about positions. We will notify you if you are selected for an interview or position. Please do not submit an application until you know your schedule. Applicants for undergraduate teaching assistants for a particular course must have completed the course in a previous semester and received a grade of A or A-.