Listed below are job announcements we receive from outside sources. These positions are not associated with SMU. This is for the convenience of our students and alumni.
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09/15/2012 Virginia Tech Department of Statistics
Company Information: Virginia Tech, founded in 1872 as a land-grant institution, is Virginia's most comprehensive university and its leading research institution. We offer 215 graduate and undergraduate degree programs, serving a diverse population of 30,000+ students and 8000+ faculty and staff from over 100 countries. We are currently ranked as a Top 30 Public University by US News & World Report and a Top 30 Public Research University by the National Science Foundation.
Position Title: Assistant Professor Duties & Responsibilities: The Department of Statistics anticipates a tenure-track position in Computational Statistics with an emphasis on data mining, data visualization, spatial statistics, machine learning, image analysis, neuroscience, or related areas. The starting date is August, 2013. Appointments at the assistant professor level are preferred, but exceptional senior candidates will be considered.
Position Qualifications: Applicants must have earned a doctorate in statistics, biostatistics, or closely related field at the time of appointment. Salary Range: Competitive salary is commensurate with education and experience. Benefits:
http://www.hr.vt.edu/benefits/
Web Site: www.stat.vt.edu
Application Address: Applications must be submitted online at http://www.jobs.vt.edu
(posting #0122330). The application package should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a research plan and a statement of teaching philosophy. Questions can be directed to Professor J. P. Morgan, Search Chair, Department of Statistics, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061-0439, Tel: (540) 231-9701. Applicants should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted directly to the Search Chair. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. Contact Email: jpmorgan@vt.edu
Application Deadline: 12/01/2012
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR
Entry-Level Statistical Analysts
11/9/2012
Mathematica is a nationally recognized research organization that conducts social policy research on health care, disability, education, welfare, nutrition, and related topics. Our mission is to improve public well-being by bringing the highest standards of quality, objectivity, and excellence to bear on the work we do for our clients, which include federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as private foundations.We are looking for Entry-Level Statistical Analysts in our Washington D.C. Statistical Services Department to support survey sampling and statistical analysis activities. This position involves providing programming, research, and project management support to survey sampling and statistical research projects.
Duties of the position:
Programming
-Write programs in SAS to select samples, calculate weights, and impute missing data.
-Perform data analyses using SAS, State, R, SUDAAN or other statistical software packages.
-Produce descriptive statistics and tables.
Research
-Prepare tables and graphs based on analyses.
-Compile, track, and analyze data and prepare reports.
-Assist with writing reports and memos.
-Perform literature searches, review, and abstract articles.
-Assist with any other project activities as needed.
Project Management
-Track financial progress of projects using Excel.
-Prepare reports for and attend monthly project reviews.
-Assist with budgeting and contract proposals.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Bachelor's degree with an excellent academic record, including courses in statistics, mathematics, social science, or computer science
-Academic or work experience performing data analysis using a statistical computer package
-Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and with others
Mathematica offers our employees a stimulating, team-oriented work environment, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package. We provide generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and an on-site fitness center.
Start dates available in spring & summer of 2013.
How to apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts (unofficial is acceptable), writing sample, and contact information for three references to our employment website at
http://careers.mathematica-mpr.com/
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
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From: Erika Miles [mailto:Erika.Miles@sas.com]
Sent: Friday, November 09, 2012 2:08 PM
To: Erika Miles
Subject: 2013 Summer SAS Fellowship Opportunities in Cary, NC
Good Afternoon,
We are contacting you about various fellowship opportunities whereby we are seeking PhD students to work at SAS Institute during the summer of 2013. Attached, you will find notices about the fellowship opportunities, which we hope you will share with PhD students in your program!
The SAS Fellow will work at SAS Corporate headquarters in Cary, North Carolina for 12 weeks during the summer of 2013, and will receive a salary and a stipend for living expenses during his/her employment. The fellowship opportunities are open to doctoral candidates studying in the United States with at least 2 years of graduate studies completed by the end of the spring 2013 semester.
Interested PhD candidates pursuing a degree in the area(s) referenced in the attached notices will need to:
• Apply online at http://www.sas.com/jobs/USjobs/ for each position of interest by February 1, 2013, and
• Ensure that 2 faculty members from the university/college he/she is currently attending send a letter of recommendation via PDF form to SASFellows@sas.com prior to February 1, 2013.
The student(s) selected as the SAS Fellow to fill these vacancies will be notified by March 1, 2013.
Please share the attached announcement(s) and this URL to our web site athttp://www.sas.com/jobs/USjobs/ with PhD students in your program who might be interested in these 2012 summer fellowship opportunities.
We look forward to receiving applications from your students.
Best Regards,
Erika Miles | Human Resources Division
SAS Institute | U1061 | Cary, NC 27513
p: 919-531-1485 | f: 919-677-4444
www.sas.com
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From: "Reilly, Dermot" <dermot_reilly@merck.com<mailto:dermot_reilly@merck.com>>
Subject: Merck Postdoc opportunity in Cardiovascular Genetics
Date: November 3, 2012 10:53:33 PM CDT
To: Undisclosed recipients:;
Colleagues,
We are recruiting a Merck postdoctoral fellow in cardiovascular genetics and would appreciate your help in distributing the position below to potential candidates in your local network. This exciting postdoctoral position based at Merck Boston in the Longwood Medical Area will allow the the successful candidate to gain exposure to a global leader in drug discovery, truly exceptional academic collaborators and a unique scientific development opportunity. We anticipate that the appropriate candidate will have a background in human genetics and/or cardiovascular disease and a strong interest in applying their skillset towards improving validation and mechanistic understanding of potential drug targets from human genetics. Publication of original scientific research in peer reviewed journals is an integral part of this postdoctoral program. Please encourage interested candidates seeking additional information to reach out to me at any time (Dermot_Reilly@Merck.com<mailto:Dermot_Reilly@Merck.com>). Applications for the position should be made directly through the merck.taleo.net<http://merck.taleo.net> link below.
The individual posting and application link for the position in Cardiovascular Genetics can be found here:
https://merck.taleo.net/careersection/merck_external_career_section/jobdetail.ftl?job=549417&
Additional information on the launch of the postdoctoral program can be found at the following link http://www.merck.com/research/fellow/home.html
With regards,
Dermot Reilly
Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Cardiovascular Genetics - POS000106
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