Department Chair of Biology job in Jackson

Posting Number F00332P
Position Title Department Chair of Biology
Department College of Science, Engineering and Technology
FLSA Exempt
Salary Not listed.
Grant Funded No
Location Main Campus
Faculty, Staff, Admin or Student Faculty
Number of Vacancies 1

Position Summary
The College of Science, Engineering and Technology invites applications for the Department Chair of Biology. The responsibilities of the Chair are to provide visionary leadership and overall management of the Department of Biology while maintaining collegiality. The Chair, a senior faculty administrator, promotes teaching, research, and service excellence. Therefore, the position demands a high-level commitment and professional duties.
Qualifications
Minimum Required Education
Must have a doctorate and broad experience in any area of Biological Science.
Must have academic credentials that represent teaching, research, and service/outreach excellence.
Minimum Required Experience
Must have experience as and be eligible for a tenured, full professor and Chair at the time of appointment.
Must have experience with accreditation processes, personnel management expertise, and recruitment skills.
Minimum Required Licenses and/or Certifications
None
Qualifications
Must possess strong academic networks and meet eligibility requirements to work in the United
States when the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the term of employment.
Skills and Abilities
Understanding of the breadth and depth of different departmental constituencies, e.g., undergraduate and graduate studies.
Understanding of current trends in higher education and university governing policies.
Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication with faculty, staff, stakeholders, parents, and students.
Leadership, administrative and organizational skills.
Budget/resource management ability.
Ability to secure and sustain grant/contract funding for research, student training program, outreach, and development.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Providing academic and administrative leadership to the Department.
Providing leadership for faculty development, program development and assessment, grantsmanship, long-range planning, budgeting, public relations, and recruitment and retention of diverse students and faculty.
Supervising and evaluating personnel.
Serving as part of the College’s leadership team and on university committees.
Developing and maintaining community and business partnerships.
Serving as a liaison to administration, alumni, and the community.
Addressing student issues.
Maximizing and enhancing the use of space and physical facilities.
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
Jackson State University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Background Check Statement
Jackson State University is committed to providing a safe campus. JSU conducts background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include reference checks, criminal history/record check and when appropriate a credit report or driving history report.

Open Until Filled (overrides close field) Yes