Southern Illinois University Carbondale, School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences

Position ID:

2795-DIRECTOR [#25824]

Position Title:

School Director

Position Type:

Administration

Position Location:

Carbondale, Illinois 62901, United States of America

Subject Area:

Mathematical and Statistical Sciences

Appl Deadline:

finished (2024/11/08, finished 2025/11/15)

Position Description:

*** this position has been closed. ***

Examples of Duties The School Director is the chief academic and fiscal officer of the School and has the responsibility for the academic programs and the effectiveness of the teaching, research and service efforts of the School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences. The Director is expected to manage and expand the resources of the School and to be the School’s advocate both within and external to the University.

The Director is expected to: (1) provide leadership and work with faculty, staff, and students in the School to enhance student retention for supporting student success, especially in introductory mathematics classes, (2) work to increase enrollments in the existing undergraduate and graduate programs; (3) work to enhance the research program mainly in terms of academic publications and research funding; (4) work to increase school productivity; (5) provide leadership in fostering an environment that advances the University’s goals regarding diversity, equity , inclusion, and intolerance of discrimination; (6) develop and administer the school’s budget; and (7) develop and enhance distance learning programs.

Additional responsibilities include strategic planning, class scheduling, annual reporting to faculty on the state of the School, faculty and staff workload assignment, and motivation and performance evaluation of the faculty and staff. The director shall teach courses in the School as assigned by the Dean. Other duties may be assigned by the Dean as needed.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: The Director must have an earned doctorate in mathematics, statistics, or a closely related field by date of hire. The Director must have excellent academic leadership qualities and solid academic leadership experience. The director must have an outstanding track record in teaching and scholarly research qualified for being appointed as a tenured full professor at SIU Carbondale.

Preferred Qualifications: The director should have an excellent track record for increasing student retention, especially in introductory mathematics classes. The director should have experience in increasing enrollments. The Director should have demonstrated experience with the curriculum in the fields of mathematics or statistics.

Application Process To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/siu and apply for the position of Director (Mathematical and Statistical Sciences). Applications should include the following: a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a reflective statement on academic leadership (including experience in retention), a research statement, and a list of at least three references with contact information. The application deadline is January 20, 2025. SIU Carbondale is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We strive to enhance our ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and increase our potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration. Please note that we are not accepting applications for this position through MathJobs.org. Please apply at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/siu/jobs/4724030-0/director-mathematical-and-statistical-sciences

We are not accepting applications for this job through MathJobs.Org right now. Please apply at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/siu/jobs/4724030-0/director-mathematical-and-statistical-sciences .

Contact: Kaylee Windings, 618-453-5302

Email: email address

Postal Mail:

: 1245 Lincoln Drive, Office 360
Carbondale, IL
62901
MC 4408

Web Page: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/siu/jobs/4724030-0/director-mathematical-and-statistical-sciences