Department Head, Computer Science

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: minimum $120,000 commensurate with education...
Ph.d. in computer science or related discipline
Three years of academic leadership experience
Full professor scholarly record
The position serves as the primary administrator and leader for the Department of Computer Science, reporting directly to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

Job Summary

  • The position serves as the primary administrator and leader for the Department of Computer Science, reporting directly to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
  • The successful candidate will teach a 15-credit hour course load while managing faculty, budgets, and program development to support the university's strategic expansion in data science.
  • The role includes significant responsibilities for recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified faculty while fostering a positive work atmosphere that encourages scholarly activities.

Matching Summary

The position serves as the primary administrator and leader for the Department of Computer Science, reporting directly to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.

Salary

Base: Minimum $120,000 commensurate with education and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, retirement contributions 5-10%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science or related discipline
  • Three years of academic leadership experience
  • Full professor scholarly record
  • Budget management for academic programs
  • Faculty recruitment and evaluation skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with distance learning technologies
  • Commitment to first-generation learners
  • Strong industry engagement capabilities
  • Grant funding development experience
  • Collaborative team building atmosphere

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science required
  • Minimum three years supervisory leadership experience
  • Evidence of full professor scholarly record
  • Legal authority to work in the United States
  • Background check clearance including criminal history

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States required

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