Chair/Director

CHAIR/DIRECTOR - Biology Bookmark this Posting Print Preview Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Only electronic applications are accepted. Provide name, email address and phone number for three professional references. Philosophy statements should be no longer than two pages each. Unofficial transcripts from all academic institutions attended are acceptable for the initial application. Official transcripts may be requested of finalists. Posting Details Position Information Job Title CHAIR/DIRECTOR - Biology Classification Title Rank 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 ,Applications are invited for the unit head (chair) of the Department of Biology at Stephen F. Austin State University. The chair has a large impact on the success of the institution in attaining its goals by providing visionary leadership consistent with the mission of the department, college, and university. The chair oversees undergraduate and graduate programs across three concentrations (Aquatic Biology; Cell and Molecular Biology; and Conservation, Ecology, and Evolutionary Biology), helps implement new initiatives, and plays a key role in defining the strategic direction of the department. Additional job functions include: + Works collaboratively and effectively with faculty, staff, students, and administration to advance academic quality and a collegial work environment. + Oversees laboratory maintenance and development. + Coordinates and participates in recruitment and retention activities. The ideal candidate will possess a fundamental knowledge of biology, with expertise in one of its sub-disciplines; knowledge and experience in acquiring and managing external funding; and ability to promote the recruitment of faculty and facilitate faculty development in teaching and research. 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 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 F2023-030 Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 06/01/2024 Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Open Date 09/23/2023 Review Start Date 10/15/2023 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Only electronic applications are accepted. Provide name, email address and phone number for three professional references. Philosophy statements should be no longer than two pages each. Unofficial transcripts from all academic institutions attended are acceptable for the initial application. Official transcripts may be requested of finalists. Posting Quick Link Contact Information Department Biology Contact Name Dan Bennett Contact Phone Contact Email Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have specific questions about this job posting, please contact HR at Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ). + Which of the following represents the highest level of education you have completed? + High School Diploma + Bachelor's degree + Master's degree + Doctoral or Terminal Degree + Please list the fields of your terminal and undergraduate degrees. (Open Ended Question) + Briefly list your area(s) of research or teaching expertise. (Open Ended Question) + What administrative/leadership experiences do you have? (Open Ended Question) Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents + Curriculum Vitae + Cover Letter + Teaching Philosophy + Research Philosophy + Leadership Philosophy + Transcript(s) + List of References Optional Documents + Other Document