Head of Department Chemistry

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership and Strategic Planning:

   • Develop and articulate a clear vision and strategic plan for the Chemistry department in alignment with the institutions mission and goals.
   • Provide strong leadership to faculty and staff fostering a culture of collaboration innovation and excellence.
   • Set departmental goals and objectives establish priorities and develop strategies to achieve them.

2. Academic Program Management:

   • Oversee the development implementation and assessment of undergraduate and graduate programs in Chemistry.
   • Ensure that curriculum content and instructional methods are uptodate relevant and meet accreditation standards.
   • Monitor and evaluate academic programs to maintain highquality standards and foster continuous improvement.

3. Faculty and Staff Management:

   • Recruit hire mentor and evaluate faculty and staff members fostering professional development and a supportive work environment.
   • Assign teaching responsibilities research projects and administrative duties in accordance with departmental needs and individual strengths.
   • Promote diversity equity and inclusion within the department and support initiatives to enhance diversity among faculty staff and students.

4. Research and Scholarship:

   • Encourage and support faculty research and scholarship activities including securing external funding publishing in peerreviewed journals and presenting at conferences.
   • Foster interdisciplinary collaborations and partnerships with other departments institutions and industry partners.
   • Ensure compliance with ethical standards safety protocols and regulatory requirements in research activities.

5. Student Engagement and Support:

   • Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students promoting academic success personal growth and professional development.
   • Advise and mentor students providing guidance on academic and careerrelated matters.
   • Oversee student recruitment admissions and retention efforts working closely with admissions offices and academic advisors.

6. Budget and Resource Management:

   • Develop and manage the departmental budget allocating resources effectively to support teaching research and service activities.
   • Identify opportunities for generating additional revenue through grants contracts partnerships and philanthropic support.
   • Ensure the responsible stewardship of departmental resources and compliance with financial policies and procedures.

7. External Relations and Outreach:

   • Represent the Chemistry department to internal and external stakeholders including faculty students alumni industry partners government agencies and the broader community.
   • Cultivate relationships and partnerships with industry government and nonprofit organizations to enhance research collaborations internship opportunities and funding support.
   • Participate in professional organizations conferences and events to promote the visibility and reputation of the department and institution.

Qualifications:

• A doctoral degree in Chemistry or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Substantial academic and research experience with a record of scholarly achievements and leadership in the field.
• Previous experience in academic administration including program management budget oversight and personnel supervision.
• Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate faculty staff and students.
• Commitment to diversity equity and inclusion with demonstrated experience promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members of the academic community.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards regulatory requirements and best practices in higher education.
• Strategic thinking analytical problemsolving skills and the ability to make datadriven decisions.
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with colleagues across disciplines and departments.