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Auburn University · 1 month ago

Department Chair and Professor

Auburn University is seeking an experienced academic leader to serve as Chair of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. The role involves strong leadership in advancing the department's missions of teaching, research, and service, while maintaining a quality research portfolio and participating in teaching.

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Responsibilities

Create and support a culture that aims to achieve excellence in research, teaching, outreach, and service
Manage the daily affairs of the department
Manage the department’s fiscal resources
Oversee curriculum development and class scheduling
Lead the department in recruiting, evaluating, and mentoring faculty and staff
Represent the department at external functions and assist in the department and the college’s fundraising efforts
Work collaboratively with the leaders of the other departments in the college, the Dean, and other administrators as part of the college leadership team

Qualification

Doctorate in MathematicsLeadership in AcademiaTeaching ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsService ExperienceManagement SkillsFacultyStudentsStaffRelationship Development

Required

An earned doctorate in mathematics, statistics, or a closely related discipline
A record of teaching, service, and scholarly activity warranting appointment at the rank of full professor with tenure
Demonstrated skill in developing and expanding relationships with institutions and professional organizations
Outstanding organizational, written, communication, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated leadership and management skills in an academic environment
Extensive experience working with students, faculty, and staff in academic and professional settings
The selected candidate must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the term of employment

Company

Auburn University

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Auburn University is an institute of higher learning that offers undergraduate and graduate courses.

H1B Sponsorship

Auburn University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (75)
2024 (83)
2023 (79)
2022 (50)
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2020 (35)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$25.89M
Key Investors
National Safety CouncilDENSO’s North America FoundationNational Institute of Food and Agriculture
2025-06-25Grant· $0.05M
2024-10-30Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.89M

Leadership Team

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Kelli Shomaker
Sr. V-P for Business and Administration and CFO
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Katherine Alldredge
Executive Support Specialist to VP Advancement & Chief Operations and Strategy Officer
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