Part-time Academic Instructor - STAT 101B

Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Faculty of Science
Part-time Academic Instructor - STAT 101B (Introductory Statistics)

Position Description

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics at St. Francis Xavier University invites applications for a part-time academic instructor to teach STAT 101B (Introductory Statistics) (3 credits) in the winter term of the 2026-2027 academic year. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

We seek applicants with a foundational background in Statistics, normally an undergraduate degree in Statistics or related field, and a graduate degree, normally a minimum of a Master’s degree, and/or a professional degree or designation relevant to the instruction of this course.

Preference will be given to individuals who have expertise in statistics, who have previous classroom teaching experience and strong communication skills.

The successful candidate should employ an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and accessible teaching approach to promote a respectful environment for all students, staff, and faculty.

Course Description: This course will give an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include descriptive statistics; graphical display of data, random variables and probability distributions, parameter estimations, hypothesis testing and simple linear regression. Students will learn to use statistical software tools; to identify bias in data collection; to organize and summarize data; to make inferences from data and to be able to test the significance of the results.

Note that this course is one section of a suite of coordinated introductory statistics courses.

Start and End Dates: January 1, 2027 - April 30, 2027 

Class Schedule: Z7/Z8 blocks (Tuesdays 4:00-5:15pm, Thursdays 2:30-3:45pm)

Delivery Mode: In-person

About the Department

To learn more about the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at St Francis Xavier University, please visit our website: https://www.stfx.ca/department/mathematics-statistics

Application Instructions

The review of applications will commence November 10, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please submit a cover letter (outlining one’s suitability for the position), a curriculum vitae, a statement on teaching experiences, interests, and teaching philosophy, as well as the names and email addresses of three references via email to:

 Dr. Tara Taylor
Department Chair, Mathematics & Statistics
St. Francis Xavier University
2323 Notre Dame Avenue,
Antigonish, Nova Scotia, B2G 2W5
math@stfx.ca

St. Francis Xavier University is located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People.

Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians), persons with disabilities, those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at hr@stfx.ca or 902-867-5038.

About St. Francis Xavier University

Established in 1853, St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is consistently recognized as one of the best universities in Canada. StFX exceeds the needs of today’s undergraduates through providing the very best academic experience -- outstanding teaching, exceptional hands-on research opportunities, and global exchanges -- all within Canada’s most vibrant and inspiring residential campus. Here, the focus is on the academic and the personal development of every student, making community and social engagement a large part of the learning experience. Our students are academically strong and highly engaged in every aspect of life, determined to make a positive impact on the world. In 2022, Maclean's annual university rankings put StFX #1 in student satisfaction and #2 in reputation across Canada in the primarily undergraduate category. For more, visit www.stfx.ca.

About Antigonish, Nova Scotia

The beautiful and historic town of Antigonish is located within the northeastern corner of Nova Scotia. Only a 15-minute drive from the ocean and a two-hour drive to major urban centres, Antigonish is a family-friendly community with a diverse and growing population and provides access to excellent education at all levels. The town is surrounded by rolling countryside and beautiful beaches and is a hotspot for outdoor recreation, sports and other active lifestyle activities. Antigonish supports a vibrant culture in the arts with music, performing arts, visual arts and crafts, and fabulous festivals happening throughout the year. For more information visit www.townofantigonish.ca or www.visitantigonish.ca.