Department Chairperson - Department Of Food Science

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with qualifications + experience; ben...
Research, teaching and extension programs
Administrative and fiscal leadership
Faculty development
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture and the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences seek an energetic individual to provide creative and exemplary leadership for the research, teaching and extension programs in the Department of Food Science

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture and the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences seek an energetic individual to provide creative and exemplary leadership for the research, teaching and extension programs in the Department of Food Science.
  • Responsibilities include administrative and fiscal leadership for the Department personnel, programs, and physical resources; program planning, faculty development, and pursuit of extramural funding; and coordination with other university programs, professional and governmental agencies, and industry groups.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a competitive benefits package and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture and the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences seek an energetic individual to provide creative and exemplary leadership for the research, teaching and extension programs in the Department of Food Science.

Salary

Commensurate with qualifications and experience; Benefits: Competitive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • research, teaching and extension programs
  • administrative and fiscal leadership
  • faculty development
  • pursuit of extramural funding
  • IFT program approval
  • student recruitment and retention

Nice-to-have

  • creative and exemplary leadership
  • healthy work-life balance
  • collaboration with diverse clientele
  • awareness of agriculture in Arkansas

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. or equivalent in Food Science
  • outstanding record of professional accomplishments
  • demonstrated leadership skills or potential
  • ability to collaborate and communicate effectively
  • demonstrated effective and dynamic leadership
  • administrative capabilities (fiscal and personnel management)
  • ability to attract extramural funding
  • internationally recognized research and funding record

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

Sponsorship: available

Tailored Resume

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