Mathematics Department Chair: Lead Teaching, Research & Growth

Western Kentucky University; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Kentucky University invites qualified applicants for the role of Chair of the Department of Mathematics. The chair will oversee operations, including budgeting, and guide undergraduate and graduate programs while representing the department within the college, the university, and the local community.

The position requires an earned doctorate in mathematics or a closely related field, and a record of excellence in teaching, research, and service.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Mathematics, Statistics, Mathematics Education, Statistics Education, or a closely related field.
• Ability to meet departmental standards for tenure and hold the rank of Associate or full Professor at the time of hire.
• Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, research, and service.

Responsibilities

• Manage department operations, including the departmental budget.
• Facilitate the direction of undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Uphold and enhance the excellence of the department and represent it within the college, across the university, and in the community.

Skills

Administration

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Faculty leadership

Negotiation

Diversity & inclusion

Research & pedagogy

Accountability

External funding

Education

Doctorate in Mathematics or related field

Job description

Western Kentucky University invites qualified applicants for the role of Chair of the Department of Mathematics. The chair will oversee operations, including budgeting, and guide undergraduate and graduate programs while representing the department within the college, the university, and the local community.

The position requires an earned doctorate in mathematics or a closely related field, and a record of excellence in teaching, research, and service.