Department Chair Mathematics

JOB REQUIREMENTS: The Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) seeks aninnovative academic leader to serve as Chairperson of the MathematicsDepartment. The position is a 12-month appointment reporting to theExecutive Vice President of Academics, with an anticipated start date inAugust 2026. The Chairperson will lead the Mathematics Department atMSOE in achieving its vision to empower students with criticalmathematical knowledge and reasoning skills needed for success in theiracademic studies and future careers. The department provides students inMSOE's STEM-oriented degree programs with foundational materialessential to their fields of study. The department also houses MSOE'sBachelor of Science in Actuarial Science program. The ideal candidatefor Department Chairperson of Mathematics will have extensive teachingexperience and pedagogical knowledge in mathematics, as well as academicleadership experience. The department seeks a collaborative leadercapable of working with a diverse team to promote student success amidthe current challenges in mathematics education and the changinglandscape of higher ed. The successful candidate will: Empower thedepartment's faculty and staff through encouragement and support byrecognizing the value of each individual's contributions in achievingthe goals of the department Embrace the MSOE mission, vision and valuesas well as the department's history/legacy as a strongstudent-centered, undergraduate-focused institution with anapplication-oriented curriculum Collaborate in a team environment withfaculty, program directors and staff, both inside and outside of thedepartment Enjoy creative problem solving Work with the department'sstakeholders including Chairpersons and Program Directors across theinstitution to set a long-term strategic vision for the department Showwillingness to make difficult decisions, balanced with listening,empathy, self-awareness, and value-driven decision making Work withUniversity Advancement to support philanthropic initiatives of thedepartment and the institution Promote and support the Actuarial Scienceprogram Primary Responsibilities Provide leadership for the ongoingimprovement of program curricula, resources necessary for effectiveinstruction, and make related recommendations to the chief academicofficer. Recruit, appoint, evaluate, and plan professional developmentfor faculty in the academic department. Determine the teaching anddepartmental assignments for the members of the department each term.Prepare an annual budget request for submission to the chief academicofficer, manage budget and approve expenditures. Consult with thedepartment faculty on teaching methodology, course syllabidocumentation, and textbook selection, as appropriate. Represent thedepartment on university-level committees and within the AcademicLeadership Team. Prepare annual performance evaluations for... For fullinfo follow application link. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: ApplyOnline: ipc.us/t/4640543170FF417D

Created: 2025-12-29