Contract Chair of the Department of Mathematics About the Company Premier public research university
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Founded
1963
Employees
5001-10,000
Categories EducationKennesaw State University Specialties education About the Role The Company is seeking a Professor and Chair of the Department of Mathematics to provide visionary and effective leadership.
The successful candidate will be responsible for advocating for the department, championing the interests of the faculty and student body, and demonstrating a commitment to transparency, shared governance, and collaborative decision-making.
The Chair will also be tasked with promoting a supportive work environment, managing the department's budget and resources, overseeing academic programs, and recruiting and retaining faculty and staff.
A key aspect of the role is to implement a plan that strengthens the department's role in the university's research mission.
Applicants must have an earned doctoral degree in Mathematics or a closely related field, with a strong academic background to support a tenured Professor position.
Required qualifications include a record of successful leadership, consistent research productivity, and excellence in teaching.
Preferred qualifications include a strong record of mentoring, administrative experience, and a history of external support for research.
The ideal candidate will be adept at managing and steering the development of faculty and staff, and will be committed to the principles of excellence in teaching, research, and administrative operations.
The role is pivotal in the company's mission to be a world-class academic institution, and the Chair will play a significant part in expanding its academic and research endeavors on a local, regional, and national level.
Hiring Manager Title
Dean
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions Education/Academic AdministrationStrategy