BRAE Department Head: Lead Teaching, Research and Growth

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo; San Luis Obispo (CA); Presencial; USD 175.000 - 185.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo, California, seeks a full‑time, 12‑month BRAE Department Head (tenured) with a July 1, 2027 start. The position provides leadership for instruction, research, and alumni/industry engagement, guiding 11 tenure‑line faculty, 3 lecturers, and 2 staff, serving about 340 students across two majors.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate/graduate courses, engage in scholarly activities, mentor students, and participate in

Formación

• A doctorate in agricultural engineering, or a closely related engineering field.
• Distinguished record of achievement suitable for tenured Full Professor in BRAE.
• Hands-on engineering education in multidisciplinary environments.
• Strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to inclusive, nondiscriminatory learning and work environment.
• Record of publications, grants, and interdisciplinary projects.

Responsabilidades

• Lead faculty, staff, and students in BRAE with recruitment, evaluation, and workload oversight.
• Oversee advancement, fundraising, and alumni engagement.
• Manage department budget, facilities, and resources.
• Provide academic advising and support student success.
• Drive curriculum development, ABET assessment, and strategic planning.
• Promote inclusive environment and external partnerships with industry.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Fundraising

Strategic planning

Mentoring

Budget management

ABET assessment

Educación

Doctorate in agricultural engineering or related field

Descripción del empleo

California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo, California, seeks a full‑time, 12‑month BRAE Department Head (tenured) with a July 1, 2027 start. The position provides leadership for instruction, research, and alumni/industry engagement, guiding 11 tenure‑line faculty, 3 lecturers, and 2 staff, serving about 340 students across two majors.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate/graduate courses, engage in scholarly activities, mentor students, and participate in