Assistant Professor in Statistics

Description

The Department of Decision Sciences of Bocconi University in Milan, invites applications for a

Tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in Statistics, with a focus on research topics in all areas of Statistics, Machine Learning and Probability.

The appointment will begin in Fall 2025. We seek strong candidates in any field of Statistics, Machine Learning and Probability.

The position will be based at the Department of Decision Sciences, which comprises Faculty with research interests in Statistics and Data Science, Machine Learning, Probability, and Mathematical Analysis. The Department also hosts a 4-year PhD program in Statistics and Computer Science, jointly with the Computing Sciences Department. The tenure-track Assistant Professor will also be affiliated to the Bocconi Institute for Data Science and Analytics, which is Bocconi’s hub for theoretical and applied research on data-driven problems.

Qualifications

Applicants should have, or be close to completing, a Ph.D. and demonstrate high research potential.

Job information

The successful candidate will be expected to develop a publication record of the highest standards, broadly contribute to the academic life of the department and be effective teacher both at the undergraduate and graduate level.

Compensation and teaching load will be competitive with other top European Schools.

For additional information concerning the Department of Decision Sciences and the Bocconi Institute of Data Science and Analytics visit

https://dec.unibocconi.eu/

https://bidsa.unibocconi.eu

Further details on the position may be requested from faculty@unibocconi.it

How to apply

Applications using the on-line application form, must be sent electronically via the site (pls click the above 'Apply' button) by 23:59 of December 15^th, 2024 (Italian time).

The following documents must be attached to the electronic application:

1. curriculum vitae (including a list of publications);
2. up to three of the most relevant publications of the candidate;
3. names and contact information of 3 references who will be asked by a system-generated email to upload a letter of recommendation. Note that referees must upload their letters by December 22, 2024.

For any problems with the online application system, candidates can contact faculty@unibocconi.it

Closing date

The review of applications will begin on November 1, 2024 and continue until this position is filled, the ultimate deadline for applications is December 15, 2024.

Bocconi University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. Applications are particularly welcomed from women or members of groups who are under-represented in academic posts.