University of Richmond

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The University of Richmond is establishing a comprehensive Quantitative Resource Center to support the quantitative and computational learning and research of students and faculty. The Founding Director will work with faculty and administrators to develop a highly effective support structure and related programming to meet growing curricular and co-curricular demands in quantitative areas, including a new general education requirement in Quantitative Data Literacy. The Center will offer tutoring, consultation, training, recitation sessions in computational, quantitative and data-related areas such as but not limited to statistics, pre-calculus, experimental design and programming (R, Python, etc.). In addition, the Director will be responsible for offering individualized assistance with quantitative concepts in teaching and research; supporting the work and professional development of peer-tutors and study group facilitators; and leading quantitatively oriented training and workshops. We seek a goal-oriented, collaborative, well-organized, independent, quantitative problem solver who can help develop and support robust and distinctive quantitative learning across the university.

A terminal degree in a quantitative field, broadly defined, is preferred; an equivalent combination of academic or teaching experience and education (graduate degree) will be considered.

Track record of success in quantitative teaching and/or research.

Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in roles requiring quantitative skills.