The Department of Mathematics at Aarhus University invites applications for a full Professorship in Applied Statistics. The position is available from 1 September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
We seek an internationally recognized researcher with a strong profile in applied statistics and a clear vision for advancing the field through methodological developments and impactful applications. The successful candidate is expected to play a central role in strengthening applied statistics at the department and in fostering interdisciplinary collaborations. In addition, the candidate should demonstrate a strong track record in teaching and supervision across a broad range of disciplines.
Aarhus University is consistently ranked among the world’s top 100 universities and offers a dynamic and international research environment. The campus is centrally located in Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city, known for its high quality of life and strong academic ecosystem.
The Department of Mathematics comprises 38 permanent academic staff members and has a strong international profile in probability theory and statistics. The Stochastics Group comprises 15 faculty members working in probability, statistics, and optimization, spanning both theoretical and applied directions.
The department aims to expand its activities in applied statistics, including methodological research motivated by real-world problems and collaborations with external partners. The successful candidate is expected to contribute actively to this development and help shape the future direction of applied statistics at the department.
For more information about the department’s strategic priorities, please refer to: here
Profile and responsibilities
We are looking for a candidate who can provide scientific leadership in applied statistics and contribute to a strong, visible, and collaborative research environment. The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- An outstanding research record in applied statistics, including both methodological contributions and applications
- A strong track record of interdisciplinary collaboration
- Experience in attracting research funding and building a research group
- Documented excellence in teaching and supervision of students with non-mathematical backgrounds
- Experience in supervising students at all levels, from Bachelor’s to PhD
What we offer
The Department of Mathematics, Aarhus University, and Denmark offer:
- A typical teaching load of 4–5 hours of lectures per week during the semester, in addition to supervision
- Strong institutional support for research, including administrative assistance and professional guidance for grant applications
- A collaborative and international working environment with a flat organizational structure and a strong collegial culture
- Excellent opportunities for collaboration within the university and with external partners
- Access to high-quality childcare and a free public education system
- Universal healthcare coverage for residents and their families
- Five weeks of paid holiday per year
- Generous parental leave conditions, including up to 52 weeks of shared leave with full or partial salary
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. All applicants will be assessed objectively and according to the same criteria.
Ensuring gender balance at the Department of Mathematics is a high priority at Aarhus University, and therefore, we particularly encourage women to apply for this position. No candidate will be given preferential treatment, and all applicants will be assessed on the basis of their qualifications for the position in question.
Deadline: 19 May 2026
