Chair, CMOR | Professor of Computational Math & OR

The Goddard School of Deerfield; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a tenured Professor to serve as the Department Chair of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research at Rice University, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. The successful candidate will lead the department and maintain a world-class research program while excelling in teaching.

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in applied mathematics or related fields. The role requires transformative leadership and a commitment to diversity.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate excellence in scholarship, teaching, and collegial service.
• Maintain a world-class research program with a history of extramural funding.
• Provide transformative leadership to the department and the university.

Responsibilities

• Lead the CMOR department through a period of strategic growth.
• Oversee undergraduate and graduate instruction.
• Promote interdisciplinary innovation within the department.

Education

Ph.D. degree in applied mathematics, operations research, or a related field

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a tenured Professor to serve as the Department Chair of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research at Rice University, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. The successful candidate will lead the department and maintain a world-class research program while excelling in teaching.

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in applied mathematics or related fields. The role requires transformative leadership and a commitment to diversity.