Director of Interdisciplinary Computing

Kenyon College; Gambier (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenyon College seeks a visionary academic leader to serve as the Director of the Interdisciplinary Program in Computing. The Director will shape an integrative program across the liberal arts, guiding curriculum, faculty growth, and student engagement while fostering collaboration with other disciplines.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in computer science or related field, with a strong record of teaching and research.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in computer science ideal, but related disciplines accepted with disciplinary CS coursework understood.
• Clear record of teaching excellence and scholarship at undergraduate level.
• Experience guiding curriculum development, faculty hiring, and student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and strategy to grow the Interdisciplinary Program in Computing.
• Lead curriculum development and cross-disciplinary collaborations across Kenyon College.
• Oversee faculty hiring, mentorship, and student engagement initiatives.
• Build partnerships with other academic areas to integrate computing across the liberal arts.
• Advance inclusive excellence and interdisciplinary research opportunities.

Skills

Academic leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Kenyon College seeks a visionary academic leader to serve as the Director of the Interdisciplinary Program in Computing. The Director will shape an integrative program across the liberal arts, guiding curriculum, faculty growth, and student engagement while fostering collaboration with other disciplines.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in computer science or related field, with a strong record of teaching and research.