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　　Please attach your Vision Statement in the Other Document field.

　　Candidates should document relevant teaching, research, and service experience in their attached curriculum vitae.

　　Posting Details

　　Position Information

　　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 ½ 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 936-468-2304.

　　Posting Detail Information

　　Posting Number F2023-047

　　Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants

　　Number of Vacancies 1

　　Desired Start Date 09/01/2024

　　Position End Date (if temporary)

　　Posting Open Date 01/08/2024

　　Review Start Date 02/01/2024

　　Posting Close Date

　　Open Until Filled Yes

　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　Please attach your Vision Statement in the Other Document field.

　　Candidates should document relevant teaching, research, and service experience in their attached curriculum vitae.

　　Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/10904

　　Contact Information

　　Department Chemistry & Biochemistry

　　Contact Name Matthew Beauregard

　　Contact Phone (936) 468-3606

　　Contact Email [email protected]

　　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 (936) 468-2304

　　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

　　How is your terminal degree relevant to a degree(s) offered by this department?

　　(Open Ended Question)

　　Do you have experience in higher education administration? Yes

　　No

　　Documents Needed To Apply

　　Required Documents

　　Cover Letter

　　Curriculum Vitae

　　Leadership Philosophy

　　Other Document

　　List of References

　　Optional Documents

　　Other Document 1