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Job Summary

The Department of Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology at Penn State University is seeking a highly qualified individual to serve as Department Head. This is a key leadership position that requires a strong academic background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide strategic direction to the department.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide academic leadership and administrative oversight to the department, including faculty development, research initiatives, and extension programs.
  • Develop and implement strategic plans to advance the department's research, education, and extension missions.
  • Collaborate with faculty, staff, and stakeholders to foster a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and excellence.
  • Manage departmental resources, including budget, personnel, and facilities.
  • Represent the department and university in various forums, including national and international conferences, and engage with external stakeholders to promote the department's research and extension activities.
Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Plant Pathology, Environmental Microbiology, or a closely related field.
  • Internationally recognized excellence in research, education, and/or extension as a faculty member in academia.
  • Effectiveness in advocating research, education, and extension missions.
  • Program and administrative leadership experience or strong evidence of the potential for program and administrative leadership.
  • Excellence in written and oral communication.
  • Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide an inclusive environment for all faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders.
Application Instructions

To apply, please submit a letter of application, statement of leadership philosophy, curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three professional references. Applications will be reviewed beginning on September 30, 2024, and the review process will continue until the position is filled.