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The University of Texas Permian Basin Department of Mathematics welcomes applications for a tenure-track faculty member to serve as the Academic Department Chair for the Department at the Associate or Full Professor rank. UTPB offers a competitive salary and relocation expenses. The anticipated start date is August 2026. Priority will be given to applications received by January 10, 2026.

• Advocate for students, faculty, department goals, and programs.
• Contribute through direct teaching, research/scholarship, and service; serve as a role model.
• Have relevant administrative experience and a commitment to education and mentorship of students and faculty.
• Be responsible for overall leadership, management, and administration of the department.
• Pursue and achieve departmental excellence in teaching, research, and service.
• Maintain an environment of collegiality and shared governance.
• Provide leadership in ensuring relevant department curricula and obtaining/maintaining accreditation.
• Supervise faculty and assure they perform all duties commensurate with their workload and assignments.
• Work with faculty to develop and implement strategic initiatives and programming to help ensure student success.
• Recruit, retain, evaluate, and promote faculty.
• Develop with the faculty a series of short- and long-term goals for the department in harmony with the University’s and College’s strategic plans.
• Manage the department budget and other resources.
• Address questions, complaints, grievances, and suggestions from faculty, staff, and students.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the dean.

• Ph.D. in mathematics or a related field.
• Current academic rank of tenured associate or full professor.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Demonstrated administrative skills.
• Distinguished record of teaching, service, and research.

1. College-level teaching experience, which may include teaching labs as a graduate student.
2. Ability to teach in various areas of the program.
3. Experience with students' academic mentoring.

Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance. Once hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three days of the hire date to establish their identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The employee must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by the time of hire. UTPB participates in e-Verify. Employees must be able and willing to travel and perform duties away from campus as necessary and must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver’s license. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

UT Permian Basin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Generally, the normal work hours for the university are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 – 5:30 pm; Friday, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm with a one‑hour lunch. The individual holding this position may need to be available early morning, evening, and on weekends to meet the needs of the department. Faculty hours may differ based on class schedule and department need.

• Able to lift various materials up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Able to bend, crouch, and reach continuously.
• Physically able to remain seated frequently continuously.
• Able to remain standing up to 15% of the time.
• Possesses dexterity abilities required to perform job duties including extensive keyboard work, operating office equipment, performing filing, and other job-related responsibilities that include extensive wrist and hand movement.
• Standard working conditions may differ depending on department and occupation.

• UT Permian Basin offers an excellent compensation package including health, retirement, and fringe benefits for eligible employees.
• Coverage includes medical, prescriptions, life insurance, AD&D, and matching retirement provided by UTPB.
• Eligible to add dental, vision, family coverage, and flex‑spending accounts, additional retirement, and a few other coverages as options.
• Fringe benefits include tuition reimbursement (after one year of service), wellness breaks, employee assistance program (EAP), and meal deals, among other perks and discounts.
• Benefits package, along with an ample leave policy, make for a great total compensation package.