Executive Chair, Interdisciplinary Health Professions

Northern Illinois University; Steiermark; On-site; EUR 105,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Illinois University (NIU) seeks a Department Chair, the chief academic and administrative officer of the School of Interdisciplinary Health Professions (SIHP). The chair will lead governance, strategy, and resources, aiming to advance programs including CACREP-accredited offerings and graduate studies in health sciences.

The role combines academic leadership, program development, and scholarly activity oversight, with responsibilities for teaching, research, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Requires terminal degree in a discipline related to the school
• Mentorship and leadership experience required
• Knowledge of discipline-related issues is essential
• Record of teaching, research, and service accomplishments
• Budget planning, personnel supervision, curriculum development, and accreditation experience valued

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer operating policies and practices for the SIHP
• Manage resources and align school objectives with college/university priorities
• Advise on budget, curricular, and personnel decisions and accreditation efforts

Skills

Terminal degree

Leadership experience

Discipline knowledge

Teaching/Research/Service

Budget & personnel management

Education

Terminal degree in related field

Job description

Northern Illinois University (NIU) seeks a Department Chair, the chief academic and administrative officer of the School of Interdisciplinary Health Professions (SIHP). The chair will lead governance, strategy, and resources, aiming to advance programs including CACREP-accredited offerings and graduate studies in health sciences.

The role combines academic leadership, program development, and scholarly activity oversight, with responsibilities for teaching, research, and collaboration with