Department Head, Engineering

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Base: minimum $125,000; bonus/equity: not specifie...
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Ph.d. in engineering from accredited institution
Four years of teaching or industry experience
Lead full-time and part-time engineering faculty
** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Department Head for Engineering who will balance administrative and faculty responsibilities, including leading faculty, teaching undergraduate courses, and engaging with the community. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. in Engineering, significant teaching or industry experience, and leadership capabilities. **

Job Summary

  • This position combines administrative leadership of the engineering department with faculty responsibilities including teaching 15 hours of undergraduate courses annually.
  • The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement contributions ranging from 5 to 10 percent.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating program assessment, managing faculty workload, and maintaining an active applied research agenda.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Department Head for Engineering who will balance administrative and faculty responsibilities, including leading faculty, teaching undergraduate courses, and engaging with the community. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. in Engineering, significant teaching or industry experience, and leadership capabilities. **

Salary

Base: Minimum $125,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, immediate leave accrual, 5-10% retirement contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in Engineering from accredited institution
  • Four years of teaching or industry experience
  • Lead full-time and part-time engineering faculty
  • Teach 15 hours of undergraduate engineering courses annually
  • Manage departmental budget and accreditation activities

Nice-to-have

  • Record of professional accomplishments for associate professor rank
  • Leadership experience in advanced manufacturing setting
  • Experience developing and implementing new curriculum
  • Active research agenda and scholarly activity
  • Engagement with external stakeholders and advisory boards

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Engineering required
  • Minimum four years of relevant experience
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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