Associate Professor in Statistics (ref 216190)

The section currently has 8 full-time academic positions, 9 adjunct positions, 3 postdocs and 18 PhD students. Statistics at the University of Oslo is internationally recognized, with interests spanning a broad range of areas within statistical inference theory, methodology and applications, with numerous collaborations with leading research groups nationally and internationally. Areas of interest and competence in the research group include parametric, semiparametric and nonparametric inference, Bayesian inference, model selection, averaging and adequacy testing, time-to-event models, change point identification, confidence distributions, copulas, graphical and complex dependence models, preference learning, data integration, high-dimensional and big data, dynamical models,  anomaly, fault and fraud detection, statistical computing, machine learning and algorithmic methods. Areas of applications include public health, genetics, biology, climate science, sensor data, peace and conflict data, catalysis in chemistry, high-energy physics, and more.

We seek an enthusiastic and dedicated person who meets the required qualifications for an Associate Professorship in statistics, with a scientific profile that fits the activities of the research group. The applicant must have a PhD in statistics (or equivalent qualifications) and post-graduate research experience, with research interests in statistical theory and methods, relevant to statistical practice. The ideal candidate has an excellent research record and has made important theoretical and methodological contributions to statistical science, has pedagogical experience, capability of attracting external funding, and interest in being an active and participating member of the research group and the larger statistical community at the University of Oslo.

For more information and how to apply: https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/216190/associate-professor-in-statistics