CHAIR/DIRECTOR - Chemistry & Biochemistry - Nacogdoches, United States - Stephen F. Austin University

Description

Job Title CHAIR/DIRECTOR - Chemistry & Biochemistry
Classification Title
Rank Professor
Tenure Information Tenure Track
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Job Description

This is a full-time, twelve-month faculty position responsible for serving as the chief executive of an academic department or academic school (referred to as academic unit or unit) while exemplifying those faculty qualities most valued by the academic community: teaching excellence; scholarly and creative activities; and a commitment to university and community service.

Responsible for setting the tone of the unit through daily interactions with colleagues and departmental staff; and making and implementing decisions in the context of collegiality and regular communication.

The chair/director is an administrator, the quality of whose performance has fundamental impact on the success of the institution in attaining its specific goals.

Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the dean.
Essential Job Functions
Establishes and maintains a climate conducive to the pursuit of knowledge.

Provides leadership in the establishment of a visionary direction and the maintenance of standards for the academic unit, consistent with college and university missions.

Serves as the principal advocate for the unit and as an advocate for the college and university missions.
Ensures quality through evaluation, modification, and development of academic programs.
Responds to the needs of students, faculty, administration, the public, and others.
Develops and manages course schedules for each semester/parts of term.
Assigns and manages faculty workload.
Manages and allocates fiscal and physical resources of the unit.
Establishes, maintains, and communicates effective personnel management procedures and processes.
Promotes the academic unit externally.
Non-Essential Job Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.
Ability to receive a tenured appointment in one of the disciplines within the department or school.
Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.
Ability to work collaboratively and build strategic relations with colleagues, coworkers, and constituents.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
Ability to develop objectives, evaluate effectiveness, and assess needs.
Ability to manage a budget and work within the constraints of that budget.
Ability to develop, interpret, and evaluate policies and procedures.
Ability to supervise and train others.
Physical Demands
Required Education

Terminal degree in the field of the academic department or academic school, allowing the individual to teach within the department, is required.

Required Experience and Training
Sufficient experience to warrant a tenured appointment in one of the disciplines within the department or school is required. Strong record of research and other scholarly achievements is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in academic administration is preferred.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.
Other Specifications
The Stephen F.

Austin State University Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry prepares students for success in their professional careers by providing a dynamic, learner-centered education.

We use proven strategies in the classroom and laboratory that give the student the opportunity to learn fundamental knowledge and become a lifelong learner.

We engage students in research using a unique mentoring program designed to impart solid problem-solving skills and marketable skills. We engage students in service within the university community, the broader scientific community, and beyond. We prepare our students for success.

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry invites applications for the departmental chair position. The chair is responsible for the operation and administration of the department's activities. We seek a chair who can provide vision, leadership, and guidance.

The chair will be expected to offer new ideas, initiatives, and strategies that will facilitate improvement and growth in all areas of the department.

Required Background Check Yes
Salary Information Commensurate with Experience
Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program (ORP), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 1⁄2 months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence through diversity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law.

If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F
Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 09/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Until Filled Yes