Assistant Professor - Data Science

Position Title:

Assistant Professor - Data Science

Job Description:

We seek candidates who are passionate about undergraduate teaching and who can contribute to the continued development of a vibrant and applied Data Science curriculum. While the position is teaching-focused, candidates who maintain an active scholarly or professional engagement in data science are especially encouraged to apply.

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science in the School of Science, Mathematics, & Technology at Mount St. Mary's University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Data Science beginning August 2026. This full-time position is part of the continued growth of the University's Data Science program and carries the potential for renewal or conversion to a tenure-track appointment pending institutional approval.

The teaching load is four courses per semester. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate data science courses such as Introduction to Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning, and related courses in programming or major electives. Opportunities to contribute to graduate instruction and program development are available.

Job Requirements: Education, Experience and Skills:

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated commitment to effective undergraduate teaching
• Experience with contemporary data science tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL}

To apply complete the application online and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, and names and contact information for three references

Salary Range:

$65,000 to $70,000/year

(Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.)

This full-time position includes a comprehensive benefits package, featuring annual, holiday, and sick leave. The University offers a generous suite of benefits, including tuition remission for both graduate and undergraduate courses at Mount St. Mary’s University, an employer-sponsored retirement contribution, and a robust paid time off program.

For a complete list of employee benefits, please visit: https://inside.msmary.edu/more/human-resources/index.html

University Information:

Mount St. Mary's University enrolls approximately 2,400 students and maintains a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. As the second oldest Catholic university in the United States, the Mount seeks faculty who will contribute to its Catholic intellectual tradition and who support the dignity and solidarity of all persons.

Questions should be directed to:

jhook@msmary.edu

Full time