Department Head for Mathematics and Statistics and Professor

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Department Head will work closely with the Dean and the leadership team of the JJLCOE to promote the land-grant mission and an ambitious agenda to address the world’s grand challenges in the areas of mathematics, statistics, and data science. The selected candidate is expected to be the leader in identifying future areas of growth and investment while providing organizational and administrative expertise to the Department and the College. The candidate is expected to steer the growth of the department consistent with SDSU’s refreshed strategic plan titled “Pathway to Premier 2030”. The strategic plan includes a goal to elevate SDSU as a research university and pursue a pathway to achieve designation as an R1 Research University by Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. It is imperative that this position maintains an understanding of current and emerging needs in mathematics, statistics, and data science to guide both research and teaching initiatives. It is the Department Head’s responsibility to lead the faculty in their efforts to provide high-quality service courses at all levels, engage with client departments to determine their course needs, monitor trends in general education and service courses, and implement high-impact teaching and learning strategies. Along with leadership, the Department Head is an advocate for the Department of Mathematics and Statistics both within and outside the University, fostering a commitment to interdisciplinary and interagency collaborationBENEFITS : SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefitsincluding medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in mathematics, statistics, data science, or closely related field by date of application. A distinguished record of teaching, research, scholarship, and service consistent with eligibility for tenure and rank of Professor at SDSU in the Math & Stat Department. Standards documents are available upon request. Evidence of effective leadership and administrative skills including management of academic and research programs, managing complex budgets, fiscal matters, and/or personnel within an academic setting. Experience securing competitive grants for research from federal, industry, and/or corporate sources. An understanding of the land-grant mission. Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience mentoring faculty in developing strategies for pursuing external funding and in creating strong research programs. Experience in academic administration, including the development, evaluation and oversight of undergraduate academic programs, curricula and/or instructional operations. Experience interacting and cultivating relationships with businesses in the medical, insurance, and financial sectors in the region. Familiarity with ABET accreditation process. Engagement in professional organizations for mathematics & statistics (e.g., SIAM, AMS, MAA, ASA, etc.)Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.Posting Date Posting Date 08/10/2026 Closing DateOpen Until Filled YesFirst Consideration DateFirst Consideration Date 09/07/2026 Advertised Salary Advertised Salary The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, minimum of $175,000.Duration of the Term Duration of the Term 12 months Appointment Percent Appointment Percent 100 Proposed Rank Proposed Rank Professor Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Appointment Type Regular Scope of SearchScope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural ExpectationsSDStateis the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of adynamic communityfor families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailingHR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.

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