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Job Offer: Department Chair:University of North CarolinaJob description:Department ChairBookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.For more information including confidential inquiries, Contact Us by the search chair, Dr. Matthew Parrow, Associate Professor of Biological Sciences (mwparrow@uncc.edu). Candidates must apply online at http://jobs.uncc.edu, position 006139. Please include a letter that clearly responds to the qualifications listed above, a current and complete vita, and contact information for three references. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled. The preferred starting date is July 1, 2022.The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an AA/EOE and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Information technology values diversity that includes, but is not limited to capability/discapability, age, culture, ethnicity, gender, language, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status. candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. Position InformationPosition Number 006139Working Title Department Chair Classification Title Department Chair/ Director College Col Liberal Arts & Science (Col) Department Biological Sciences Position Designation Faculty Employment Type Permanent - Full-time Months per year 12 Primary Purpose of Department The Department of Biological Sciences is an academic community of scientists and students engaged in advancing the discovery, dissemination, and application of expertise in biological sciences. The Department is guided by the pursuit of excellence in research and education, by a creative and collaborative approach, and by an consciousness of the global context in which the Department exists. To achieve its vision, the Department of Biological Sciences has set as its mission several inter-related goals: • To advance the frontiers of expertise through innovation and research in the biological sciences; • To facilitate development of scientists in the guidance of our bachelors, masters and doctoral Biology students, and in the training of post-doctoral fellows. • To increase scientific literacy, foster an appreciation of scientific inquiry, and develop well-informed citizens by providing a general education in Biology to the student population; • To participate in the University-wide academic community through interdisciplinary collaborations, programs and curricula; • To contribute to local, national, and international scientific communities through collaborations and service activities that promote education and dissemination of information; • To contribute to the community by collaborating with public, nonprofit, private, and industry partners in the Charlotte metropolitan area and the State of North Carolina. The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences advances the ethical discovery, dissemination, and application of expertise and creativity, and - by building the academic programs for tomorrow - educates students to be informed, critical thinkers and competent communicators, to work prosperously in a world of increasing diversity and change, and to be engaged citizens in a global society. Vacancy Open to UNC Charlotte Employees Only Description of Work Responsible for the everyday operation of the department and the department programs. The Department Chair/ Director will promote excellence in department programs within the University. Chair/ Director responsibilities are classified as professional tasks requiring leadership abilities and mentoring of faculty, administrative skills to include vision, long term and short-term planning, decision-making and coordination of instruction. Essential tasks and Responsibilities The University of North Carolina at Charlotte invites internal applications for the Chair of the Department of Biological Sciences, effective July 1, 2022. income is competitive and commensurate with practice and rank. Candidate requirements include: 1) a doctoral degree in the biological sciences; 2) tenured faculty status at UNC Charlotte with a distinguished record of teaching, scholarly achievement, and externally funded research; 3) demonstrated capability to provide academic leadership abilities in a growing and diverse department within a dynamic urban, public university; 4) practice in administration and leadership abilities of multidisciplinary groups; 5) a demonstrated commitment to promote diversity, equity and inclusion as a value in the department, college, and university. Minimum practice/Education UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the earned doctorate or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline. Preferred Education, Skills and practice The selected candidate will have the capability to supervise the continued advancement, success, and reputation of the Department. They will demonstrate the capability to: 1) creatively and strategically manage the Department's budget; 2) encourage and mentor faculty in securing external grants and in achieving excellence in research, teaching and service; 3) lead and support a large staff whose tasks range from academic administration to technical lab support; 4) sustain the growth, health and success of degree programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; 5) support interdisciplinary programs and centers; and 6) attract, promote, and retain top-tier, diverse faculty. Necessary Licenses/Certifications Special Notes to candidates For more information including confidential inquiries, Contact Us by the search chair, Dr. Matthew Parrow, Associate Professor of Biological Sciences (mwparrow@uncc.edu). Candidates must apply online at http://jobs.uncc.edu, position 006139. Please include a letter that clearly responds to the qualifications listed above, a current and complete vita, and contact information for three references. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled. The preferred starting date is July 1, 2022. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an AA/EOE and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Information technology values diversity that includes, but is not limited to capability/discapability, age, culture, ethnicity, gender, language, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status. candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. Job Open Date Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Date Review of Applications will Begin 10/29/2021 Proposed Hire Date 07/01/2022 If time-limited, please indicate appointment end date Contact Information Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Cover Letter / Letter of Interest » Resume / Curriculum Vitae » Contact Information for ReferencesOptional Documents Skills:
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