English Department Chairperson

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, US
$75,000 - $90,000; not specified; yes py
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Schedule department courses
Manage departmental budgets
Encourage faculty research
** The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Chairperson for the English Department, responsible for course scheduling, budget management, faculty support, and student achievement oversight. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in English or a related field, have five years of higher education teaching experience, and demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence. **

Job Summary

  • The Chairperson will schedule courses, manage budgets, conduct meetings, encourage faculty research, assess student achievement and faculty performance, and mediate student concerns.
  • The role requires a Ph.D. in English, American or Comparative literature, five years of teaching experience in higher education, and evidence of research and scholarly activities.
  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU committed to providing a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Chairperson for the English Department, responsible for course scheduling, budget management, faculty support, and student achievement oversight. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in English or a related field, have five years of higher education teaching experience, and demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence. **

Salary

$75,000 - $90,000; Not specified; Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • schedule department courses
  • manage departmental budgets
  • encourage faculty research
  • assess student achievement
  • provide quality academic advising
  • lead student recruitment and retention

Nice-to-have

  • demonstrate sensitivity to diverse needs
  • articulate university policy and vision

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in English, American or Comparative literature
  • Five years teaching experience in higher education
  • Evidence of research, publication, and scholarly activities
  • Commitment to excellence in teaching and student success
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage department classes and budgets
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

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