Description
The Data Science Institute in the Physical Sciences Division at the University of Chicago invites applications for Clinical Professor (open-rank) to teach in its MS in Applied Data Science program. Appointments will be made as Assistant Clinical Professor, Associate Clinical Professor, or Full Clinical Professor, depending on qualifications. This full-time, benefits-eligible appointment is for an initial term of up to five years, with possibility of renewal. This is a teaching position with no research responsibilities and some administrative duties. The position is expected to begin in the 2026-2027 academic year.
The person holding this position must be able to teach at least two of the following courses: Statistical Models, Time Series, Big Data and Cloud Computing, Data Engineering, Leadership and Consulting for Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, Human Computer Interaction, Quantum Computing, Swarm Intelligence, Advanced Computer Visualization, Natural Language Processing, or Bayesian Inference. An overview of the MS in Applied Data Science course offerings can be found at datascience.uchicago.edu/masters-programs. Depending on background and interests, the person holding this position may also be asked to teach other classes in the MS in Applied Data Science program.
This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Requirements
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- A PhD in Data Science, Applied Math, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or other closely related field, and at least 2 years of professional experience,
- OR an MS/MBA with at least 5 years of professional experience in Data Science, Applied Math, Statistics, Computer Science Mathematics, or other closely related field.
Preferred qualifications:
- Teaching experience either within a university (such as Adjunct, Lecturer, or Instructional Professor), or corporate training environment for professional education.
- Experience teaching for an online program.
Salary Range
Assistant Clinical Professor: $125,000 - $175,000
Associate Clinical Professor: $155,000 - $220,000
Clinical Professor: $200,000 - $270,000
This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment. Individuals may be eligible for additional work for additional pay.
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, candidates must submit their application through the University of Chicago Jobs website: apply.interfolio.com/182491, and upload the following required documents:
- A curriculum vitae;
- A one to three-page teaching statement;
- A list of contact information for three references;
- Sample syllabus for a class you have taught before, or would be interested in teaching
Optional materials: teaching evaluations from past teaching at the university level.
Review of applications will begin on April 3, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
