Department Head, Computer Science

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, USA
Minimum $120,000; benefits: yes py
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Academic program development
Faculty and staff management
Curriculum creation and scheduling
** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Department Head for Computer Science, a full professorship role that includes significant administrative responsibilities and a commitment to advancing data science education. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field, leadership experience, and a strong scholarly record. **

Job Summary

  • The Department of Computer Science at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith seeks a Department Head and Neal Pendergraft Leadership Endowed Chair at the rank of full Professor.
  • The role involves administrative duties such as managing faculty, developing academic programs, and collaborating with industry leaders, alongside teaching a 15-credit hour courseload.
  • The university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Department Head for Computer Science, a full professorship role that includes significant administrative responsibilities and a commitment to advancing data science education. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field, leadership experience, and a strong scholarly record. **

Salary

Minimum $120,000; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • academic program development
  • faculty and staff management
  • curriculum creation and scheduling
  • scholarly record commensurate with full professor
  • effective use of technology in the classroom

Nice-to-have

  • advancing innovation in data science
  • strengthening university impact
  • fostering teamwork and collegiality
  • engaging with external stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science or related discipline
  • Minimum three years of academic or professional leadership experience
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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