Chair, Assistant/Associate Professor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Lorman (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a Chairperson for Fine Arts in Lorman, Mississippi. This role involves leading the development of instructional programs, supporting student success, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates should possess a PhD in a related field and at least five years of teaching experience at the college level.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with faculty to enhance curricula, schedule courses, and implement strategies for student retention and recruitment, ensuring high educational standards.

Qualifications

• Five years of teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Teaching and research qualifications at the rank of Associate Professor.
• Experience planning and coordinating agriculture-related programs at the university level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance undergraduate and graduate instructional programs.
• Monitor scheduling of courses and faculty assignments.
• Implement effective student recruitment and retention strategies.
• Liaison with the private sector and government agencies.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of Fine Arts

Excellent communication skills

Strong time management skills

Passion for teaching

Ability to provide leadership

Education

Doctor of Philosophy in a Fine Arts Discipline

Job description

Job Title

Chairperson, Fine Arts

Essential Job Functions

• Provides essential leadership to develop and enhance undergraduate and graduate instructional programs, in concert with program faculty
• Develops and monitors the scheduling of courses and faculty teaching assignments for optimal distribution of faculty time between teaching, research, and extension, while ensuring students graduate within the time allotted for the degree
• Works with the faculty to upgrade courses and curricula, as needed, to ensure graduating students are nationally and globally competitive
• Develops and implements effective student recruitment and retention strategies in collaboration with faculty and staff, Dean, and others
• Serves as liaison with the private sector, government agencies, and professional associations. Teaches at least one (1) course per semester in field of expertise
• Leads departmental planning, management, and evaluation activities, including institutional effectiveness for accreditation

Qualifications

Minimum Education

Doctor of Philosophy in a Fine Arts Discipline or other related field of study

Minimum Experience

Five (5) years’ teaching experience at the college or university level

Teaching and research qualifying incumbent for at least the rank of Associate Professor in the Area of Specialization

Experience planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating teaching and research agriculture-related programs at the university level

Licenses/Certifications

Preferred, if applicable, but not required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of Fine Arts
• Knowledge of trends and best practices in higher education related to agriculture
• Demonstrated integrity
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
• Strong time management skills
• Passion for teaching and engaging with students
• Skilled in mentoring students
• Ability to professionally provide leadership and handle complex issues
• Ability to work well with colleagues and foster a collegial environment conducive to teamwork and students’ high level of learning
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with stakeholders
• Demonstrates grantsmanship ability