Milwaukee School Of Engineering

Position ID:

MSOE-CHAIR [#27891]

Position Title:

Department Chair, Mathematics

Position Type:

Administration

Position Location:

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202, United States of America

Appl Deadline:

(posted 2025/12/18, listed until 2026/06/18)

Position Description:

The Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) seeks an innovative academic leader to serve as Chairperson of the Mathematics Department. The position is a 12-month appointment reporting to the Executive Vice President of Academics, with an anticipated start date in August 2026.

The Chairperson will lead the Mathematics Department at MSOE in achieving its vision to empower students with critical mathematical knowledge and reasoning skills needed for success in their academic studies and future careers. The department provides students in MSOE’s STEM-oriented degree programs with foundational material essential to their fields of study. The department also houses MSOE’s Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science program.

The ideal candidate for Department Chairperson of Mathematics will have extensive teaching experience and pedagogical knowledge in mathematics, as well as academic leadership experience. The department seeks a collaborative leader capable of working with a diverse team to promote student success amid the current challenges in mathematics education and the changing landscape of higher ed.

The successful candidate will:

Empower the department’s faculty and staff through encouragement and support by recognizing the value of each individual’s contributions in achieving the goals of the department
Embrace the MSOE mission, vision and values as well as the department’s history/legacy as a strong student-centered, undergraduate-focused institution with an application-oriented curriculum
Collaborate in a team environment with faculty, program directors and staff, both inside and outside of the department
Enjoy creative problem solving
Work with the department’s stakeholders including Chairpersons and Program Directors across the institution to set a long-term strategic vision for the department
Show willingness to make difficult decisions, balanced with listening, empathy, self-awareness, and value-driven decision making
Work with University Advancement to support philanthropic initiatives of the department and the institution
Promote and support the Actuarial Science program

Primary Responsibilities

Provide leadership for the ongoing improvement of program curricula, resources necessary for effective instruction, and make related recommendations to the chief academic officer.
Recruit, appoint, evaluate, and plan professional development for faculty in the academic department.
Determine the teaching and departmental assignments for the members of the department each term.
Prepare an annual budget request for submission to the chief academic officer, manage budget and approve expenditures.
Consult with the department faculty on teaching methodology, course syllabi documentation, and textbook selection, as appropriate.
Represent the department on university-level committees and within the Academic Leadership Team.
Prepare annual performance evaluations for faculty and staff within the department.

Minimum Qualifications

An earned Doctorate in mathematics, applied mathematics, mathematics education, or statistics.
A record of teaching, service, and scholarly activity warranting appointment at the rank of associate or full professor at MSOE.
Demonstrated leadership and management skills in an academic environment.
Outstanding organizational, written, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Who We Are
Milwaukee School of Engineering is an academic institution intrinsically tied to the real world - a confluence of industry knowledge, work ethic and an enduring desire to know more. The university offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering, computer science, machine learning, user experience, construction management, actuarial science, business and nursing. With about 3,000 students, faculty and staff, MSOE is large enough for big opportunities and small enough for personal attention.

A Small University Dedicated to Achieving Big Things
MSOE is a supportive environment where everyone is valued. Our method of learning by doing is our distinction: it is how we teach, how we learn and how we serve. Faculty bring their real-world experience into the classroom, and small class sizes keep instructors in close contact with students. MSOE’s top priority is serving our students. By joining our community, you are building the leaders of tomorrow.

Our Mission
MSOE is the university of choice for those seeking an inclusive community of experiential learners driven to solve the complex challenges of today and tomorrow. We are united by our six values - collaboration, excellence, inclusion, innovation, integrity and stewardship - which represent the core of our campus culture. Under the leadership of Dr. John Walz, MSOE has embarked on an ambitious strategic plan, Extraordinary Together, that propels the institution forward. At MSOE, we are dedicated to promoting an academic environment marked by an unwavering respect for every individual.

Why Join MSOE?
At MSOE, we invest in our employees’ professional and personal growth. MSOE offers very competitive, fully comprehensive benefit plans to all full-time employees including medical, dental, life, disability and vision insurance as well as a 403(b) retirement plan with company matching of up to 6% of employee earnings and immediate vesting. Educational benefits are available for employees and family members. Plus, employees have access to our state-of-the-art fitness center as well as on-site dining facilities. MSOE also offers paid parental leave for employees. Located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, MSOE is just blocks away from beautiful lakefront, the theater district, museums, sports and music venues, parks and shopping. To view more detailed information about MSOE, please visit www.msoe.edu/hr.

Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin January 20, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. To be considered for this position, interested candidates must submit a single PDF file under “Resume Upload” with the following:

A cover letter outlining their interest in and qualifications for the position
A leadership statement addressing the candidate’s approach to meeting the current challenges in mathematics higher education
A teaching statement addressing the candidate’s teaching and pedagogical experience
A curriculum vitae and contact information for three references that can attest to the qualifications listed above.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

It is the policy of MSOE to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, marital status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all jobs at the University and to all the terms, benefits, and conditions of employment/enrollment.

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Contact: Jenny Jones, 414-277-7132

Email: email address

Postal Mail:

: Human Resource Department
1025 N Broadway
Milwaukee, WI 53202

Web Page: www.msoe.edu