Department Head, Computer Science

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: minimum $120,000; bonus/equity: not specifie...
On-site
Academic program development
Faculty and staff management
Fiscal year budget management
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith seeks a Department Head for its Computer Science department, a position that requires a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field and a minimum of three years of leadership experience. The role encompasses administrative duties, teaching, and fostering innovation in data science education

Job Summary

  • The Department Head serves as the primary administrator and leader for the academic unit and reports to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
  • The position requires teaching a 15-credit hour courseload during the 12-month contract year and involves administrative duties such as managing faculty, academic program development, and collaboration.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith seeks a Department Head for its Computer Science department, a position that requires a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field and a minimum of three years of leadership experience. The role encompasses administrative duties, teaching, and fostering innovation in data science education.

Salary

Base: Minimum $120,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, immediate leave accrual, choice of retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • academic program development
  • faculty and staff management
  • fiscal year budget management
  • scholarly record commensurate with full professor

Nice-to-have

  • fosters teamwork and collegiality
  • engagement with external stakeholders
  • commitment to first-generation learners

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science or related discipline
  • Minimum three years of academic or professional leadership experience
  • Scholarly record for full professor appointment
  • Experience with technology in the classroom and distance learning

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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