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Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics
Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 37,000 students and about 4,700 employees. The University offers a diversity of high-quality education and world-leading research in several fields. Notably, the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, was made here. At Umeå University, everything is close. Our cohesive campuses make it easy to meet, work together and exchange knowledge, which promotes a dynamic and open culture.
The ongoing societal transformation and large green investments in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, conducting research about – and in the middle of – a society in transition is key. We also take pride in delivering education to enable regions to expand quickly and sustainably. In fact, the future is made here.
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The department of Statistics at Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics, is looking for a PhD student in Statistics, which can perform high quality methodological statistical research connected to achievement tests (psychometrics). Apply 2020-05-20 at the latest.
We are seeking a PhD student for the research project "Innovative statistical methods for standardized achievement tests to ensure comparability and fairness of test scores", which is funded by the Marianne and Marcus Wallenberg foundation, and is led by Professor Marie Wiberg. The overall purpose of the project is to develop statistical methods to ensure validity and reliability in test scores over time so that all test takers receive fair exams (a more detailed description of the project is found here). The field of application lies in educational sciences, social sciences and behavioral sciences. The project is located at Umeå University and is conducted in close collaboration with international researchers within the field.
The PhD program in Statistics is four years. PhD students may be appointed to teaching and/or consulting duties up to 20 % of their time, thereby prolonging the duration of the program to guarantee four years of graduate studies. For more information about doctoral studies: www.aurora.umu.se/en/units/faculty-of-social-sciences/
The starting date for the position is September 1, 2020 or upon agreement.
Requirements and qualifications
Applicants should have a degree awarded at the advanced level with a major in Statistics (or equivalent qualifications). Moreover, the student must have satisfactorily undertaken courses in Mathematics equivalent to at least 30 ECTS credits. Exact prerequisites can be found at the department’s Swedish webpage, or using the contact details provided below. Applicants with a degree from a non-Swedish university are encouraged to provide obtained results from GMAT (and/or GRE) and TOEFL tests if available.
The assessments of the applicants are based on their qualifications and their ability to benefit from the doctoral-level education they will receive. Experience in statistical programming is a merit for the position.
How to apply
The application should include:
- A letter of application with a motivation describing your research interests and how there are relevant for this position.
- A Curriculum Vitae.
- Form “New PhD” which you can find here: www.hh.umu.se/emp/newPhD.docx
- Copies of undergraduate and graduate theses.
- Copies of relevant degree certificates and other documentation you wish to include in support of your application.
- The names, with contact details and e-mail addresses, of at least two reference persons.
The application is to be submitted on the University recruitment system no later than May 20, 2020.
Information
For further information please contact Professor Marie Wiberg, +46 (0) 90 786 95 24, marie.wiberg@umu.se.
More about USBE
As an internationally respected, nationally influential, and regionally rooted part of Umeå University, Umeå School of Business, Economics, and Statistics contributes to societal development through education and research of a high international standard.
Through interplay with surrounding society, we provide education and research that contributes to the understanding, ability, and responsibility of individuals in relation to societal challenges and the importance of sustainable development.
The Department of Business Administration, the Department of Economics, the Department of Statistics and The USBE office form USBE, with about 150 employees. About 3000 students study in our programs every year and we offer education from the undergraduate to the doctoral program level in all of our main disciplines – Business Administration, Economics and Statistics.
The Department of Statistics has about 35 members of staff. We conduct research with the field of Statistical Sciences, both method development and empirical research, in collaboration with other sciences.
USBE is an AACSB and ISO 14001 accredited business school. Read more about USBE here: www.umu.se/en/usbe/
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| Type of employment | Temporary position |
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| Contract type | Full time |
| First day of employment | September 1, 2020, or upon agreement |
| Salary | Monthly salary |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Full-time equivalent | 100% |
| City | Umeå |
| County | Västerbottens län |
| Country | Sweden |
| Reference number | AN 2.2.1-299-20 |
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| Published | 24.Feb.2020 |
| Last application date | 20.May.2020 11:59 PM CEST |