Department Head, Business

University of Arkansas – Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, USA
Minimum salary of $140,000; benefits: university c...
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Leading and managing faculty
Teaching undergraduate business courses
Active research agenda
** The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith is seeking a Department Head for its College of Business and Industry. This dual-role position involves administrative leadership and faculty responsibilities, requiring a Ph.D. in a business discipline and substantial teaching or business experience. **

Job Summary

  • This 12-month position is both faculty and administration, involving leading faculty, teaching courses, and maintaining research.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and tuition waivers.
  • The role requires a Ph.D. in a business discipline and involves developing curriculum, managing departmental budgets, and engaging with the business community.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith is seeking a Department Head for its College of Business and Industry. This dual-role position involves administrative leadership and faculty responsibilities, requiring a Ph.D. in a business discipline and substantial teaching or business experience. **

Salary

Minimum salary of $140,000; Benefits: university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10 percent of employee salary.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • leading and managing faculty
  • teaching undergraduate business courses
  • active research agenda
  • engaging with advisory boards
  • program assessment and accreditation

Nice-to-have

  • commitment to excellence in teaching
  • willingness to engage with external stakeholders
  • positive work atmosphere

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in a business discipline
  • four years of teaching or business experience
  • qualifications for associate professor or professor rank
  • leadership experience
  • knowledge of AACSB accreditation
  • experience in developing and implementing new curriculum
  • experience with student recruitment and/or advising

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