Chair and Professor

Florida Atlantic University; Boca Raton, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton invites applications for the Chair and Professor of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction. The chair serves as a senior faculty member and department administrator overseeing faculty recruitment, program development, and coordination of research and service activities.

The successful candidate will lead budgeting, course scheduling for 15+ programs, and alignment with the COE dean.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Curriculum and Instruction from an accredited institution.
• Rank of full professor at the time of appointment required.
• Leadership in preservice and inservice teacher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and development of faculty.
• Instructional program development and quality enhancement.
• Coordination of departmental research and service programs.
• Evaluation of personnel; and management of department resources.
• Represent the department within and beyond the university with students, administrators, and external groups.

Skills

Leadership

Administrative skills

Financial knowledge

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Doctoral Degree in Curriculum and Instruction

Job description

Position Summary

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Chair and Professor- Boca Raton, FL The College of Education (COE) at Florida Atlantic University is accepting applications for department chair of Curriculum and Instruction (https://www.fau.edu/education/academicdepartments/curriculum-instruction/). The department chair serves as senior faculty member and administrator of the academic department. At the departmental level, this person is responsible for faculty recruitment and development; instructional program development and quality enhancement; coordination of departmental research and service programs; evaluation of personnel; and, through the dean, representing the department within and beyond the university. The chair also maintains relationships with students, other administrators, university councils and committees, alumni, professional organizations, and various other public and private groups. In conjunction with the COE dean, the chair develops the department’s annual budget request, manages the course schedule of the department’s 15+ undergraduate and graduate programs, administers expenditures of the allocated funds, works closely with department program coordinators and program committees, evaluates faculty and staff, and manages other resources available to the department. The chair facilitates effective relationships within and across department programs and, as a member of the COE's leadership team, works collaboratively with the dean and other unit leaders to guide the work of the COE. The COE at Florida Atlantic University is committed to providing an accessible and supportive environment that promotes academic excellence and prepares all students for success in a broad range of educational and professional contexts. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Curriculum and Instruction or related area from an accredited institution; hold rank of full professor at the time of appointment required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership in preservice and in-service teacher education or related areas.
• Administrative, managerial, and financial knowledge and skills to effectively lead an academic department.
• Success as a collaborative leader, with effective communication and interpersonal skills in an environment that encourages engagement with varied perspectives and experiences.
• Record of teaching/ research/ service demonstrating commitment to public education.
• Experience and success working in constructive partnerships with large school districts.

Salary

Commensurate with Experience

College or Department

Department of Curriculum and Instruction

Location

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours

N/A

Application Deadline

2026-10-16

Special Instructions

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice. This position is subject to funding.

Transcripts

The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.

Background Screening

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Equal Opportunity Employment / DEI Statement

Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination.

Legal Statute

Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide additional information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment from the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with a new institution or program in the foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional info per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, most recent DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

About Florida Atlantic University

Florida Atlantic University is Where Tomorrow Begins. As a nationally recognized Carnegie R1 research institution and one of only 13 universities nationwide to also hold Carnegie designations for Opportunity and Community Engagement, Florida Atlantic is advancing discovery, driving economic growth, and preparing graduates to lead in a rapidly changing world. As South Florida's Hometown University, Florida Atlantic serves as a destination for learning, culture, athletics, and community engagement. Through NCAA Division I athletics, world‑class performing arts and cultural events, public lectures, gallery exhibitions, environmental education programs, and one of the nation's largest Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes, Florida Atlantic welcomes thousands of residents, visitors, and learners to its campuses each year. From inspiring environmental education programs to providing enriching experiences for retirees, professionals, families, and sports fans, Florida Atlantic is deeply connected to the communities it serves. Through these experiences and partnerships, the university helps strengthen the region's cultural vitality, workforce, economy and quality of life.

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