Assistant Professor - Interdisciplinary Data Science - 499710

Title: Assistant Professor - Interdisciplinary Data Science

Department Org: School of Interdisciplinary Science - 114330

Employee Classification: F1 - Faculty 9 Month AAUP

Bargaining Unit: Am. Assoc. Univ. Professors

Primary Location: MC AC

 

Job Description:

The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at the University of Toledo seeks to fill one or more 9-month tenure track Assistant Professor(s) in the field of Interdisciplinary Data Science. We are particularly interested in people with a background in astro-statistics, computational biochemistry, and automated bio-imaging. The College has research strengths in astronomy and astrophysics and cell architecture and dynamics. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an active, independent, externally funded research program that uses data science techniques, such as machine learning, data mining, artificial intelligence, or other big data techniques. A PhD. in physics, astronomy, biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or closely related fields is required. Postdoctoral experience or equivalent is strongly preferred. Excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level in astronomy, biochemistry, or biology as well as data science is expected, and candidates should plan to involve both graduate and undergraduate students in their research program. The new faculty member will be expected to substantially contribute to and lead the development of new academic programs and revision of existing programs to best meet the needs of University of Toledo students.

Review of applications will begin October 31, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. The starting date for this position will be August 24, 2026.

Interested candidates must apply at https://jobs.utoledo.edu with 1) a letter of application addressing their professional and teaching experience, 2) a current curriculum vitae, 3) a statement of teaching philosophy (2 page maximum), 4) a research plan (3 page maximum), and 5) the names and contact information for three referees.

Email inquiries may be directed to Brian Ashburner, at brian.ashburner@utoledo.edu.
The position(s) are opened until filled with an initial review date of October 31.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or a related field. Applicants should have their PhD by the anticipated start term which is Fall 2026.

Preferred Qualifications:

Applicants with postdoctoral experience are preferred.

 

Conditions of Employment:

 

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