Job Description

The Opportunity

The Engineering Fundamentals Department in the College of Engineering at EmbryRiddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach Florida invites applications and nominations for the position of Department Chair. We seek a collaborative and proactive leader committed to fostering excellence in engineering education through evidencebased instruction and innovative research. The ideal applicant will be able to demonstrate the ability to build consensus promote an inclusive departmental culture and advance the Engineering Fundamentals Departments and the College of Engineerings mission and goals.

Department Chair Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and strategic planning for the department.
• Foster and sustain a collaborative and inclusive culture that supports faculty development teaching innovation and student success.
• Oversee the academic operations of the department including curriculum development scheduling faculty recruitment and addressing student experiences and cases to ensure a supportive learning environment.
• Advocate for and establish the infrastructure and support systems needed to promote and sustain research in engineering education
• Work closely with other departments and university leadership to align departmental goals with the College of Engineerings mission.
• Advocate for the departments needs while ensuring congruence with overall institutional goals.

About the Department
The Engineering Fundamentals Department provides foundational engineering education to all firstyear students within the College of Engineering facilitating a successful transition to university life and laying the groundwork for success in the engineering disciplines within the College of Engineering.

The College of Engineering includes five academic departments: Aerospace Engineering Civil Engineering Engineering Fundamentals Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering & Computer Science with an enrollment of over 3300 students across its programs.

The Engineering Fundamentals department is recognized for its innovative evidencebased teaching and research in engineering education demonstrating leadership in pedagogy. The department offers foundational courses like Introduction to Engineering Engineering Graphics and Computer Programming while actively promoting initiatives that foster students sense of belonging academic success and overall wellbeing.

About EmbryRiddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach FL and Prescott AZ plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations EmbryRiddle stands as the worlds largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years weve been pioneering education in STEM fields serving over 11600 residential students and 19200 globally in the 202324 academic year with cuttingedge programs in Applied Science Aviation Business Technology Engineering Safety Security and Space.

Perks Await You at EmbryRiddle!

• Tuition Coverage: Get 100 tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6 of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4 matching contribution with no vesting period.
• Generous Time Off: Relax with 15 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9 paid holidays including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Years Day.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Terminal degree in engineering education engineering or related disciplines with a preference for candidates with expertise in engineering education.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrate a track record of leadership in academic administration research or faculty development.
• Exhibit a strong commitment to diversity equity and inclusion in engineering education.
• Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with faculty staff students and external stakeholders.
• Have a track record of obtaining external funding and publishing scholarly work in engineering education or a related discipline. Meet the qualifications for tenure and appointment at the rank of full professor.

Application process/requirements

Review of applications will begin February 15 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

To submit your application for this opportunity please visit the EmbryRiddle Career Site and search for requisition number R309039. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include the following:

• Cover letter detailing leadership experience academic and administrative qualifications and alignment with the departments mission.
• Curriculum Vitae

Selected candidates must secure three professional references as part of the review process. Application materials should be submitted electronically through the EmbryRiddle Careers Website. Questions can be emailed to Dr. James Pembridge Search Committee Chair at .

Current EmbryRiddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

EmbryRiddle Aeronautical University recognizes the value of diversity and is dedicated to fostering a positive climate in which all students faculty and staff are encouraged in their professional social and intellectual pursuits. EmbryRiddle is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for qualified individuals. The University does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race creed color religion national origin gender sexual orientation age gender identity genetic information disability protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.