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Dedman College is accepting the following applications for tenured track positions to begin Fall 2025:

Biology. Position No. 52610. The Department of Biological Sciences in Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences at 91ÇÑ×Ó Methodist University plans to fill multiple junior faculty positions in the next several years, and currently is inviting applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor depending on the applicant’s credentials. 91ÇÑ×Ó Methodist University is a nationally ranked, research intensive, non-sectarian, private university centrally located in the thriving Dallas metroplex, which boasts a rapidly expanding biotech sector. Applicants for the position must have a PhD degree, postdoctoral experience, and a record of research excellence. Preference will be given to individuals with research interests that broadly complement existing faculty research in the areas of neuroscience, immunology, cancer, cell biology or signaling, developmental biology, cytoskeletal or mitochondrial dynamics, epigenetics, biochemistry, or infectious diseases.  This Tenure-Track position comes with a generous start-up package that includes lab space in the Dedman Life Sciences Building, protected time for the establishment of an independent research program, and mentorship by collegial and supportive faculty whose research is supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT), and private biotech grants. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong extramurally funded research program, mentor master’s and doctoral students in the Molecular and Cellular Biology graduate program, and contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching. Investigators with cancer-related research projects have the opportunity to apply for additional state funding through CPRIT (). For a more complete description of our program and facilities, please visit our website at and our Twitter/X page at .  This Biology faculty position is part of a multi-faculty hire at 91ÇÑ×Ó that represents an ambitious program to develop large-scale collaborative research projects responding to some of humankind’s most daunting challenges including health-related problems. It is one of multiple positions allocated to a cluster hire in Data Science. The new Biology faculty member will be expected to establish successful collaborations with the other hires in the Health Analytics and Data Core groups that can help identify, understand, and control the burden of health-related challenges.  Interested candidates should forward a curriculum vitae, statement of research plans , and three letters of recommendation to . Position begins Fall semester 2025. To ensure full consideration, the application must be submitted by October 9, 2024 but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. The committee will notify applicants of its employment decision after the position is filled. Questions or inquiries may be directed to the search chair, Dr. Edward Glasscock (eglasscock@smu.edu).

Economics. Position No. 0005743. The Department of Economics in Dedman College of 91ÇÑ×Ó Methodist University (91ÇÑ×Ó) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. We are interested in candidates with a strong research focus in applied and theoretical econometrics and the ability to teach econometrics at all levels. The position is part of a larger, university-wide cluster hire in Data Science, supported by next-generation research computing technology that includes virtual and augmented reality and artificial intelligence, to engage multiple disciplines across campus. Under the umbrella of the O’Donnell Data Science and Research Computing Institute (/provost/data-science-institute) of which several departmental faculty are affiliates, the cluster contains three interrelated groups: Data Core, Technology-Enhanced Immersive Learning (TEIL) and Health Analytics. Faculty in the Data Core group will augment and broaden 91ÇÑ×Ó’s core capacities in data science. Faculty in the TEIL group will expand 91ÇÑ×Ó’s growing capabilities in advancing technology’s role in the future of education. Faculty in the Health Analytics group will augment and broaden 91ÇÑ×Ó’s core capacities in health analytics. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Qualifications. Ph.D. in Economics or related field is required by August 1, 2025. Position start date is August 1, 2025. Application. Applications must be submitted via Interfolio . Candidates should upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a sample of recent research, research statement, and three letters of recommendation. To ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be received by November 15, 2024, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. The committee will notify applicants of the employment decision after the position is filled. For additional information on this position send inquiries to eco@smu.edu.  . Department. The 91ÇÑ×Ó Department of Economics is home to a passionate group of research active scholars. Economics is the second most popular major at 91ÇÑ×Ó amongst undergraduates. We also maintain successful master’s and Ph.D. programs. We seek an innovative and inclusive educator and mentor for undergraduates and graduate students. For more information see .

History. Position No. 50060. The Department of History at 91ÇÑ×Ó Methodist University, a prestigious research and teaching institution, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Mexican American History, to begin Fall 2025. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. The candidate selected will be expected to be a significant partner in connecting the Department to an increasingly diverse and globally connected community at the University and in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue a rigorous research agenda in Mexican American history, with a focus on producing high-quality scholarship for publication in peer-reviewed journals and academic presses. They will teach courses at all levels, from introductory surveys to specialized graduate seminars, covering topics such as Chicano history, Latino/a/x/e experiences, and broader themes in American history.  As one of ten tenure-line positions associated with 91ÇÑ×Ó Methodist University’s faculty cluster in urban research, this position also offers opportunities for rich interdisciplinary connections among new and existing 91ÇÑ×Ó faculty [/dedman/research/clusters]. The cluster fosters research on cities and urbanization from local and global perspectives. 91ÇÑ×Ó’s location in Dallas, the fourth largest metropolitan area in the country, is an ideal setting for studying the opportunities and inequities that individuals, groups, and communities confront as they navigate and shape urban life. 91ÇÑ×Ó is committed to community engagement in a variety of ways including the Deason Criminal Justice Reform Center housed in the Dedman School of Law. Current faculty are involved in a breadth of projects in North Texas including early psychosis care, mental health care for underserved communities, infrastructure deserts, urban education and culturally sensitive teaching.  As the largest and oldest academic unit at 91ÇÑ×Ó, Dedman College offers several advantages: Diverse Academic Programs: 16 academic departments; Nearly 100 undergraduate majors and minors; Over 30 postgraduate programs; Interdisciplinary Approach: The Dedman College Interdisciplinary Institute brings together experts from diverse fields to share knowledge and create innovative programs. Research Opportunities: Students have access to cutting-edge research across various disciplines, including computing, humanities, earth sciences, psychology, and biological sciences. Experiential Learning: Students benefit from study abroad programs, research opportunities, and local and international internships. The Department of History at 91ÇÑ×Ó has particular expertise in the following areas: History of the Southwest borderlands and the American West; American political history; History of race in the United States; Latin American history; European history.  91ÇÑ×Ó places strong emphasis on innovative and effective teaching: The Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE) supports academic innovation and empowers faculty to transform their teaching practices. 91ÇÑ×Ó professors use innovative tools and techniques to engage students, such as applying big data tools to historical topics. The university has an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio, allowing students to build strong relationships with outstanding faculty. Research is also a key priority: 91ÇÑ×Ó aims to fuse teaching and research into breakthrough academic experiences. Even first-year students become hands-on contributors to significant discoveries. Minimum qualifications: completed requirements for a doctoral degree in History by August 1, 2025; expertise to teach courses in Mexican American history, with a preference for fields in Borderlands/US Southwest history, and demonstrated potential as a teacher-scholar. Preferred qualifications: completed Ph.D.; experience teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in Mexican American history as well as courses in any of the following areas:  (Borderlands/US Southwest, U.S.-Mexico transnational history, and Latino/a/x/e history,); research and/or creative scholarship which has led to publication in refereed journals and/or academic presses; experience mentoring culturally diverse students. Position begins August 1,2025. We welcome applications from women, underrepresented scholars, military veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Application: Applications must be submitted via Interfolio at  and should include a letter highlighting the candidate’s qualifications, complete curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation.  Review of applications will begin November 15. To ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be received by November 15, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. The committee will notify applicants of the employment decision after the position is filled.

Physics. Position No. 5768.  The Department of Physics at 91ÇÑ×Ó Methodist University (91ÇÑ×Ó) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in theoretical physics or experimental physics. We seek candidates in areas that enhance and expand on the current research strengths of the department in particle physics, nuclear physics, cosmology, and astrophysics. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, or a closely related field and a record of research excellence.  The successful candidate will develop a vigorous research program, supervise graduate and undergraduate students, and teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels. 91ÇÑ×Ó faculty members are expected to teach and mentor diverse students within the physics program and throughout the university. The appointment will start in August 2025 or later.  The Physics Department at 91ÇÑ×Ó is an intellectually dynamic community covering a broad range of fundamental physics research.  Our theoretical particle physics activities include perturbative and non-perturbative QCD, proton and hadron structure, beyond the standard model phenomenology, medium energy nuclear and heavy ion physics, and nuclear astrophysics.  Our theory faculty engage in major international collaborations with CTEQ, ATLAS, and the future EIC.  We have a vibrant experimental high energy physics group focused on Higgs physics and searches for new physics on ATLAS.  We have a state-of-the-art lab that supports key roles in particle physics instrumentation and R&D, including readout opto-electronics for LHC experiments.   Our cosmology and astrophysics program includes key theoretical and observational/experimental efforts in several international collaborations, including LSST, DESI, Simons Observatory, CMB-S4, and COMAP. We focus on the study of the cosmic expansion history, large-scale structure, and galaxy formation, which includes galaxy clusters, gravitational lensing, cosmic microwave background, line-intensity mapping, and supernova programs, in addition to detector R&D.  We have strong computing support, with access to 91ÇÑ×Ó’s ManeFrame III high-performance computing cluster, and one of the only two DGX SuperPODs in U.S. academia. The Department’s culture fosters collaboration across all of our areas of research.  We aim to provide a collegial scientific community with equitable access and participation for all individuals and groups, and we recognize the value of this participation to the quality of our research. The successful theorist candidate would complement existing strengths of the department in particle physics, nuclear physics, cosmology and astrophysics.  The successful experimental/observational candidates will be expected to develop and lead a strong program in instrumentation in the general areas of particle physics, nuclear physics, cosmology, or astrophysics. Applications from theorists whose research is relevant for proton collider or electron-ion science, and from experimental candidates with experience in opto-electronics are especially encouraged. Applications must be submitted for Position No. 5768 via and should include a cover letter, research statement, statement addressing teaching and mentoring, curriculum vitae, and at least three confidential letters of reference. Review of applications will begin immediately.  To ensure full consideration, the application should be received by December 1, 2024, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.  Questions or inquiries may be directed to the search chair, Prof. Fredrick Olness (olness@smu.edu). The committee will notify applicants of its employment decisions after the position is filled.

Psychology.  Position No. 5757. Applications are invited for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Psychological Clinical Science (Position No. 5757) to begin in August 2025. The position is part of a larger, university-wide cluster hire in Data Science, supported by next-generation research computing technology that includes virtual and augmented reality and artificial intelligence to engage multiple disciplines across campus. Under the umbrella of the O’Donnell Data Science and Research Computing Institute (/provost/data-science-institute), of which several departmental faculty are affiliates, the cluster contains three interrelated groups: Data Core, Technology-Enhanced Immersive Learning (TEIL) and Health Analytics. Faculty are expected to collaborate with other faculty in the Data Science research cluster with the goal of acquiring and/or employing data that can help further identify, understand, and address some of humankind’s most significant challenges. The Department of Psychology is seeking candidates with a program of research in a substantive area of clinical science that also contributes to the Data Science cluster. Substantive research areas of interest include, but are not limited to: (1) mechanisms, etiology, measurement, prevention, and/or treatment of psychopathology; (2) psychological aspects of physical health; (3) risk or resiliency factors; and (4) impact of societal problems (e.g., violence, racism, discrimination) on mental and/or physical health. Examples of methodologies and data analytic approaches with significant potential to enhance 91ÇÑ×Ó’s capacity in Data Science include, but are not limited to: (1) computational modeling and machine learning applications; (2) high-speed computing for analysis of large datasets (e.g., neuroimaging or diagnostic data); (3) intensive mobile data collection and data sensing (e.g., geolocation, smartphone usage); (4) use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology for assessment or intervention. Applicants with advanced quantitative skills are particularly encouraged to apply. 91ÇÑ×Ó has many strengths to support research in Data Science through the O’Donnell Data Science and Research Computing Institute. 91ÇÑ×Ó is home to one of the fastest and most powerful academic supercomputers in the nation (ManeFrame III). The other high-performance computing platform available is the NVIDIA DGX superPOD, which is specifically tailored for cutting-edge research in the fields of AI and machine learning.  Applicants with a Ph.D. in any area of psychology will be considered; however, preference will be given to applicants with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. A Ph.D. is required at the time of the appointment. Successful candidates must be able to contribute meaningfully to our doctoral program in clinical science, which is a member of the Academy of Psychological Clinical Science and accredited by the American Psychological Association. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain a rigorous and highly productive research program that can generate external funding. Candidates also must be committed to excellence in teaching and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Successful candidates will have a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to research and will be experienced in working with multidisciplinary teams. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. For additional information about our faculty, the doctoral program, and the department, visit /dedman/academics/departments/psychology. Applications must be submitted electronically via Interfolio to .  Interested applicants should submit a cover letter highlighting the candidate’s qualifications, including how they would contribute to 91ÇÑ×Ó’s Data Science Cluster; a curriculum vitae; a statement of research; a statement of teaching philosophy and experience; evidence of teaching effectiveness; and up to 5 representative publications or preprints. Three letters of reference should be sent separately via Interfolio. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by October 8, 2024; however, the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. For questions about the search submission process or position, contact Alicia E. Meuret (ameuret@smu.edu), Psychology Data Science Cluster Search Committee Chair. The committee will notify applicants of its employment decisions after the position is filled.

Sociology. Position No. 6330. The Department of Sociology at 91ÇÑ×Ó Methodist University invites applications for an assistant professor with specializations in economic, urban, global or transnational sociology, to begin August 1, 2025. The teaching load is typically 2 courses per semester. As one of ten tenure-line positions associated with 91ÇÑ×Ó Methodist University’s faculty cluster in urban research, this position also offers opportunities for rich interdisciplinary connections among new and existing 91ÇÑ×Ó faculty [/dedman/research/clusters]. The cluster fosters research on cities and urbanization from local and global perspectives. 91ÇÑ×Ó’s location in Dallas, the fourth largest metropolitan area in the country, is an ideal setting for studying the opportunities and inequities that individuals, groups, and communities confront as they navigate and shape urban life. 91ÇÑ×Ó is committed to community engagement in a variety of ways including the Deason Criminal Justice Reform Center housed in the Dedman School of Law. Current faculty are involved in a breadth of projects in North Texas including early psychosis care, mental health care for underserved communities, infrastructure deserts, urban education and culturally sensitive teaching. The Department of Sociology serves around 140 Sociology and Markets and Culture majors and minors. Markets and Culture is an interdisciplinary economic sociology degree housed in Sociology. Forty percent of our majors are from underrepresented groups. Housed in historic Hyer Hall overlooking the beautiful live oak-lined Dallas Hall Quad, our department is collegial with a strong history of working with McNair Scholars and offering courses that support other majors including African/African-American Studies, Mexican-American Studies, Health & Society, Human Rights and the Women’s and Gender Studies and Law and Legal Reasoning minors. Our faculty contribute to the Dedman College Interdisciplinary Institute’s research symposia and take advantage of the opportunity to live on campus in the residential commons as a Faculty-In-Residence and teach during the summer at our sister campus in the mountains of Taos, NM. 91ÇÑ×Ó is in a transformative period of expansion as the university approaches its goal of reaching the R-1 research tier. 91ÇÑ×Ó’s Second Century Campaign was the largest fundraising initiative in 91ÇÑ×Ó's history, raising $1.15 billion by the end of 2015 and a new, $1.5 billion campaign, 91ÇÑ×Ó Ignited, has begun. In the past three years, a series of interdisciplinary faculty cluster hires centering on urban studies, data science and high-performance computing, earth hazards and national security, and 21^st century technology and education are introducing new collaborations among the faculty across the university and generating innovation in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, a culturally rich arts and global business center that is home to numerous universities, arts organizations and Fortune 500 corporations, and beyond. (/research/key-research-areas); Minimum Requirements:  PhD ; Preferred Qualifications: Ability to contribute courses toward the Markets and Culture major; and Experience teaching and mentoring diverse students; Please address inquiries to Search Committee Chair Matthew Keller (mkeller@smu.edu). Applications must be submitted via Interfolio at and should include a complete curriculum vitae, letter of application, three letters of recommendation, and complete qualitative and quantitative teaching evaluations. 91ÇÑ×Ó is an inclusive and intellectually vibrant community that values diverse research and creative agendas. Review of applications will begin October 1, 2024. To ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be received by October 1, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled and notify applicants of the employment decision after the position is filled.

Statistics. Position No. 50291.  The 91ÇÑ×Ó Department of Statistics and Data Science invites applications for an open-rank, tenure-track faculty position to begin in Fall 2025. We seek scholars who have outstanding qualifications in statistics and data science and a commitment to interdisciplinary research and inclusive teaching. The successful applicant will teach in our undergraduate and graduate programs, conduct research in statistics and data science, and collaborate, as appropriate, with colleagues in other disciplines. The Department of Statistics & Data Science has 13 permanent faculty members, of whom 8 are tenured or on the tenure track. Faculty members conduct research in bioinformatics, causal modeling, clinical trials, human mobility data, imaging, incomplete data, machine learning, nonparametrics, sports analytics, survival analysis, time series, and topological data analysis. They collaborate with investigators across 91ÇÑ×Ó, at the UT Southwestern Medical Center, and in other universities and government agencies.  The department offers a PhD in Statistical Science, a PhD in Biostatistics (in collaboration with UT Southwestern), a PhD in Data Science, an in-person MS in Data Science & Applied Statistics, an online MS in Data Science, a BS in Statistics, and a BS in Data Science. Faculty members teach and mentor students in the Statistics and Data Science programs and throughout the University.  For more information, visit . The department is affiliated with 91ÇÑ×Ó's O’Donnell Data Science and Research Computing Institute, which aims to develop research connections between 91ÇÑ×Ó faculty and students and corporations, governmental agencies, and nonprofit organizations.  It also serves as a gateway to 91ÇÑ×Ó's high-performance computing environment and data science training resources.  For more information, visit smu.edu/provost/data-science-institute. 91ÇÑ×Ó is undertaking a Data Science cluster hire that seeks to foster large-scale collaborative research projects responding to some of humankind's most daunting challenges.  The successful applicant will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues in this enterprise.  To apply, submit:  A letter of application highlighting your qualifications and anticipated contribution to 91ÇÑ×Ó’s Data Science Core Group and to collaboration on campus, A curriculum vitæ, A research statement, and Names of three colleagues who have agreed to write letters of reference. Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted online at . A PhD is required at the time of appointment. Employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of a background check.  To ensure full consideration, the application must be received by November 1, 2024, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.  Applicants may address questions to Professor Ian Harris at iharris@smu.edu.

Statistics.  Position No. 5748.  The 91ÇÑ×Ó Department of Statistics and Data Science invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position to begin in Fall 2025.  We seek scholars who have outstanding qualifications in statistics and data science and a commitment to interdisciplinary research and inclusive teaching. Faculty will teach in our undergraduate and graduate programs, conduct research in statistics and data science, and collaborate, as appropriate, with colleagues in other disciplines. The Department of Statistics & Data Science has 13 permanent faculty members, of whom 8 are tenured or on the tenure track. Faculty members conduct research in bioinformatics, causal modeling, clinical trials, human mobility data, imaging, incomplete data, machine learning, nonparametrics, sports analytics, stochastic processes, survival analysis, time series, and topological data analysis. They collaborate with investigators in other departments at 91ÇÑ×Ó, at the UT Southwestern Medical Center, and in other universities and government agencies. The department offers a PhD in Statistical Science, a PhD in Biostatistics (in collaboration with UT Southwestern), a PhD in Data Science, an in-person MS in Data Science & Applied Statistics, an online MS in Data Science, a BS in Statistics, and a BS in Data Science. Faculty members teach and mentor students in these programs and throughout the University.  For more information, visit . The department is affiliated with 91ÇÑ×Ó's O’Donnell Data Science and Research Computing Institute, which aims to develop research connections between 91ÇÑ×Ó faculty and students and corporations, governmental agencies, and nonprofit organizations.  It also serves as a gateway to 91ÇÑ×Ó's high-performance computing environment and data science training resources.  For more information, visit smu.edu/provost/data-science-institute.  This recruitment is part of a Data Science cluster hire that seeks to foster large-scale collaborative research projects responding to some of humankind's most daunting challenges.  The Statistics and Data Science position is associated with the Data Core, which also includes positions in Computer Science, Mathematics, and Information Technology & Operations Management. Faculty will teach in our statistics and data science programs and collaborate with faculty, as appropriate, in the other cluster areas.  We encourage the applications of women, underrepresented minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.  To apply, submit: A letter of application, a curriculum vitæ, a research statement, a teaching statement, and three letters of reference. Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted online at Interfolio at . A PhD is required at the time of appointment. To ensure full consideration, the application must be received by November 1, 2024, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. Applicants may address questions to Professor Monnie McGee at mmcgee@smu.edu.

 

 

 

91ÇÑ×Ó is a nationally-ranked, private, non-sectarian research institution located in one of the nation’s fastest growing metropolitan areas. Located near the center of Dallas, 91ÇÑ×Ó is a private, non-sectarian university of about 12,000 students offering strong undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through seven schools – Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, Cox School of Business, Meadows School of the Arts, Lyle School of Engineering, Perkins School of Theology, Dedman School of Law, and Simmons School of Education and Human Development. Researchers are part of an inclusive and intellectually vibrant community of internationally recognized scholars across the humanities, social sciences, mathematical sciences, engineering, and business. 91ÇÑ×Ó offers excellent benefits including full same-sex domestic partner benefits. The City of Dallas is one of the nation’s most cosmopolitan commercial and cultural centers, and the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex is the fourth largest in the US. Dallas’ quality of life is exceptional, with a relatively low cost of living and a variety of housing options. A full range of professional sports teams, music venues, a lively and innovative restaurant scene, and more make Dallas an extremely livable city. Explore Dedman College at /dedman, and 91ÇÑ×Ó at .

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