Department Head, Business

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Minimum salary of $140,000; final salary commensur...
Not specified
Ph.d. in business discipline
Four years teaching or business experience
Lead full-time and part-time faculty
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Department Head for its College of Business and Industry, responsible for both administrative and faculty duties. The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. in a business discipline and have significant teaching or business experience, with a strong emphasis on leadership, curriculum development, and community engagement

Job Summary

  • This position combines administrative leadership with faculty responsibilities, requiring the candidate to teach 15 hours of undergraduate business courses annually while managing departmental operations.
  • 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 lead faculty in proposing innovative curriculum changes, coordinate program assessment for accreditation, and engage with the business community through advisory boards.

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The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Department Head for its College of Business and Industry, responsible for both administrative and faculty duties. The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. in a business discipline and have significant teaching or business experience, with a strong emphasis on leadership, curriculum development, and community engagement.

Salary

Minimum salary of $140,000; Final salary commensurate with education and experience; Benefits include university contributions to health, dental, life, disability, and retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in business discipline
  • Four years teaching or business experience
  • Lead full-time and part-time faculty
  • Manage departmental budget and scheduling
  • Teach 15 hours of undergraduate courses annually

Nice-to-have

  • Record of professional accomplishments and scholarship
  • Knowledge of AACSB accreditation standards
  • Experience developing new curriculum
  • Leadership experience in higher education
  • Engagement with external advisory boards

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in business discipline from accredited institution
  • Minimum four years of teaching or business 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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