Job Details

Type: Full-Time
Posted: 11/14/2025
Category: Statistics; +3
Title: Assistant Professor of Practice in Data Analytics
Institution: Drake United College
Position Number: Q99997
Department: Drake United College
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications of the selected candidate

Department Overview

QU – Drake United College is a joint degree program between Drake University (Des Moines, Iowa, USA) and Qingdao University (Qingdao, China). The program allows undergraduate students to earn dual degrees from both institutions through a jointly designed curriculum taught in Qingdao.

Programs offered include:

• Biology

• Data Analytics

Students complete four years of full-time study at Qingdao University and take six ESL/Public Speaking credits over two semesters.

About Qingdao University:

• Located in Shandong province on the Yellow Sea coast

• A vibrant city with 7+ million residents

• Known for pleasant climate, rich heritage, and tourism

• Ranked among the world's top 500 universities by ARWU

Job Summary

• Faculty will teach on-site in Qingdao during Fall and Spring semesters, in English.

• Teaching load: 4 sections per semester

• Faculty will also spend time at Drake University, Des Moines for training/support before and after teaching abroad.

• Candidates should be able to teach various courses in areas such as:

  • Programming

  • Spreadsheets

  • Statistics

  • Machine Learning

  • Data Mining

  • Generalized Linear Models

  • Regression

  • Time Series

  • Databases

  • Cloud Computing

  • Digital Ethics

• Positions are renewable with the potential for tenure-track conversion.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Ph.D. (or near completion) in:

  • Computer Science

  • Information Systems

  • Statistics

  • Data Science

  • Or related discipline

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary, aligned with peer institutions and based on qualifications & experience

• Housing provided in China

• Additional healthcare coverage in China

• Comprehensive benefits for Drake University employees, spouses, and dependents including:

  • Tuition waiver

  • Tuition exchange programs

  • Digital benefits guide: Available to applicants

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit via the online application system:

1. Cover Letter

2. CV/Resume

3. Statement on supporting student success from diverse backgrounds

4. Teaching Philosophy

5. Contact information for three references

Additional documents may be requested from semi-finalists/finalists.

Review of Applications Begins: Not specified in the excerpt
Questions about the position: Eric Manley – eric.manley@drake.edu
Questions regarding application process or employment: jobs@drake.edu

Conditions of Employment

• Offers contingent on:

  • Background check

  • Reference verification

  • Proof of authorization to work in the U.S.

• Faculty selection may include:

  • Recommendation review

  • Teaching demonstration (if invited for campus interview)

About Drake University

• Recognized as a top private university in the Midwest

• Located in Des Moines, Iowa

• Enthusiastically committed to equity, inclusion, and fostering a strong sense of belonging

• Over 900 faculty and staff

• Focused on developing future global leaders and encouraging critical thinking

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Drake University values and promotes:

• Diversity

• Equity

• Inclusion

• A welcoming campus culture

Equal Opportunity Statement

Drake University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on:
Race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The university actively encourages applications from women and minority candidates.