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Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.

We are one of Canada’s outstanding comprehensive universities, where excellence and innovation thrive! Brock has been proudly recognized as a Hamilton-Niagara Top Employer for eight consecutive years. Brock continues to earn recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity in 2026. For the second consecutive year, Forbes, in partnership with Statista, also named Brock one of Canada’s Top Employers for Company Culture. At Brock, you will find a welcoming, inclusive community and an exciting range of meaningful career opportunities.

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November 21, 2026

About Brock University

The Brock University experience is second to none in Canada. Located in historic Niagara region, Brock offers all the benefits of a young and modern university in a safe, community-minded city, with beautiful natural surroundings. With over 18,000 students and more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in seven diverse Faculties, Brock excels at providing exceptional experiential learning opportunities and highly rated student and campus life experiences.

Our Geography

Brock University’s main campus is situated atop the Niagara Escarpment, within a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, overlooking the city of St. Catharines, in the heart of Niagara wine country. The Niagara region is dotted with landmarks that recognize our nation’s history and features breathtaking natural beauty and world-famous attractions. St. Catharines is home to vibrant arts and entertainment venues, and is a short drive from Toronto, Niagara Falls, and Buffalo, New York. With one of the warmest climates in Canada, clean, safe communities, and surprisingly affordable real estate, Niagara is an exceptional location to call home.

What we Offer

Brock University offers competitive salary and benefits and ample support for research and sabbaticals. Research resources include; conference support, start-up funding, subscriptions to major databases and access to various research funding vehicles. For candidates considering relocation, moving expenses will be administered according to the Faculty Association Collective Agreement.

About the Department

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is housed within the Faculty of Mathematics and Science; it is a comprehensive department, with a BSc Honours program in Mathematics and Statistics with a co-op option, an MSc with Mathematics and Statistics streams, and a PhD program joint with the Department of Computer Science. The Department prides itself on integrating computer applications into its mathematics training (MICA program), it’s training of future math teachers (concurrent BSc/BEd program), and a new interfaculty Data Science and Analytics BSc.

About the Position

The Faculty of Mathematics and Science invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2027.

Qualifications

We seek candidates for the Department of Mathematics and Statistics with a PhD in Statistics, with expertise in Statistics theory and its applications, including (but not limited to) non-parametric methods, design of experiments, regression, sampling, and multivariate analysis. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to Statistics and Data Science, contribute to supervision of undergraduate and graduate students, and run a successful research program that can secure external funding.

All documents must be submitted in electronic format (a single well-organized PDF document is preferred) via the online application system. (file maximum of 5MB per attachment upload). Candidates must submit a letter of application, a statement of research interests, a statement of teaching interests, evidence of successful high-quality teaching, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references as part of their application. Applicants should also arrange for at least three letters of academic reference to be sent electronically to the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at

The closing date for applications is November 21th 12:01am. The final full day to apply is November 20th, 2026. Inquiries should be directed to William Marshall at .

The target hiring range for this position is $105,000 to $155,000. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, internal equity and budget considerations.

This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Our Commitment

Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of employment equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) peoples, Black people, people with disabilities, members of visible minorities/racialized groups, and Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and additional sexually and gender diverse (2SLGBTQI+) persons are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as a member of a designated group as part of their application. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups should fill out the Self-Identification Form and include the completed form with their application.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employment Accommodation Policy .Please advise: to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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