Visiting Professor Position in Statistics and Data Science at Federal University of Bahia

The Graduate Program in Statistics and Data Science (PGECD) at the Federal University of Bahia (UFBA) is inviting applications for a Visiting Professor position. This opportunity is open to researchers with a PhD and a strong academic background, particularly those with expertise in Statistics, Data Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Computational Statistics. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and expanding graduate program in Brazil, contributing to scientific production, student supervision, and the internationalization of the program. Applicants should demonstrate a proven record of publications in high-quality journals, experience in graduate-level teaching, supervision, or advanced research, and alignment with the program’s research areas. The appointment is for 12 months, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and institutional needs, as per PRPPG/UFBA regulations. The position is funded, with details on salary and benefits available in the official call documents. For more information, candidates are encouraged to consult the official public call (PV 022/2025) and the internal PPG-ECD call, which provide comprehensive details on requirements, selection criteria, documentation, and application guidelines. This is an excellent opportunity for researchers seeking to engage with a leading academic institution in Brazil and to contribute to the advancement of graduate education and research in statistics and data science. Application deadline: January 16, 2026. Interested candidates should review the official documents and submit their applications as instructed. Please refer to the provided links for further details and application procedures.