Chair, Physics Department — Visionary Research Leader

The University of Texas at El Paso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at El Paso seeks a dynamic Chair to lead the Department of Physics within the College of Science. The successful candidate will guide research in astrophysics, quantum science, and materials physics, while fostering collaborations with national laboratories.

The role requires an active researcher with vision for initiatives, strong program and personnel management skills, and a commitment to undergraduate and graduate student success as a premier Hispanic Serving

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in academic settings.
• Excellent record of program, people, time, and financial management.
• Outstanding record of research, mentoring, and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Department of Physics as Chair and drive strategic initiatives.
• Foster collaborations and partnerships across research areas and labs.
• Support undergraduate and graduate student success and diversity efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

People management

Time management

Financial management

Mentoring

Teaching

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Job description

The University of Texas at El Paso seeks a dynamic Chair to lead the Department of Physics within the College of Science. The successful candidate will guide research in astrophysics, quantum science, and materials physics, while fostering collaborations with national laboratories.

The role requires an active researcher with vision for initiatives, strong program and personnel management skills, and a commitment to undergraduate and graduate student success as a premier Hispanic Serving