Department Chair, Biological Sciences

1 week ago


Augusta, Maine, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

The Department of Biological Sciences at Augusta University is seeking an experienced and outstanding senior scholar to serve as Department Chair. The successful candidate will be appointed at the Professor rank with tenure and will report to the Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics.

Responsibilities
  • Provide exceptional leadership and effective communication to students, faculty, administration, and other stakeholders.
  • Work with the department and other stakeholders to enhance both teaching and research missions, including growth of strong programs.
  • Promote student success and plan and manage department finances.
  • Recruit, mentor, develop, manage, and retain high-quality personnel.
  • Develop strong relationships with the community and industry.
Requirements
  • Ph.D. or equivalent degree in the biological sciences or related field.
  • Sustained record of teaching, service, and scholarly achievements consistent with the rank of a tenured professor at a research university.
  • Record of instruction at the undergraduate and graduate level.
  • Previous leadership and administrative experience.
  • Strong record of research productivity and external funding.
About the Department

The Department of Biological Sciences is a growing department with over 30 faculty members, on both tenure and non-tenure tracks, who serve over 1100 undergraduate majors, ~3,000 non-majors requiring biology classes, and >15 master's students.

About Augusta University

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state.



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