Professor of Practice – Biostatistics: Kansas State University’s Olathe Campus is seeking a collaborative and experienced Professor of Practice in Biostatistics for a non-tenure track position. This role emphasizes teaching, curriculum leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with opportunities for real-world impact in data science and analytics.
Designation:
Professor of Practice – Biostatistics
Location:
Kansas State University, Olathe Campus, Olathe, Kansas, United States
Eligibility/Qualification:
| Minimum Qualifications | Preferred Qualifications |
|---|---|
| Master’s (MS) degree in biostatistics, statistics, data analytics, public health, or a closely related field | PhD in biostatistics, statistics, data analytics, public health, or a closely related field |
| At least five (5) years of demonstrated experience in applying statistical methods in real-world settings | Experience with statistical/data visualization software (Python, SAS, R, Tableau) |
| Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills | Demonstrated success in collaboration and building coalitions |
| Experience in teaching courses focused on professional education and engaging working professionals | |
| Experience with course design, student recruitment, mentoring students, and/or higher education administration |
Research Area:
Biostatistics, Data Analytics, Public Health
Job Description:
The successful candidate will lead courses in the Data Analytics and Insights in Animal Health Graduate Certificate and the Industrial Analytics track within the MS in Applied Biosciences program. Key responsibilities include:
- Teaching a total of 21 teaching units for a 12-month appointment, focusing on real-world applications and industry relevance.
- Collaborating with the 1Data Initiative to support data integration and research efforts across sectors.
- Managing and coordinating industrial analytics courses and aligning program content with industry standards.
- Designing and delivering non-credit workshops and short courses for workforce development in applied analytics, data visualization, statistical methods, and machine learning.
- Engaging in marketing and promotional activities to attract prospective learners and industry partners.
Workload:
- Teaching load equivalent to a 4/3 across fall and spring semesters or a 3/3/1 load over fall, spring, and summer sessions.
- Opportunities to teach in-person, online, or hybrid formats as needed.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must submit the following documents:
- Letter of interest
- CV or Resume that includes education and employment history
- Three references with contact information
Last Date for Apply:
March 6, 2026, 23:55 CST
For more information and to apply, visit the Kansas State University website.
