Faculty (Rank TBD) - Biology (9M) - 998701

TopSciNet; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pittsburg State University in Kansas seeks a Chair for the Biology Department. The role provides strategic leadership, oversees curriculum, budgets, and faculty development, and reports to the President.

Responsibilities include teaching oversight, budgeting, fundraising, and fostering a collegial department culture. 12-month fiscal year appointment with commensurate pay.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Biology or a related field.
• Five (5) years of experience in college-level teaching, research, and service.
• Proven academic leadership and administrative experience.
• Eligible for appointment at the senior faculty level (Associate or Full Professor).
• Strong interpersonal and professional relationship skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Note: Candidates must hold a terminal degree in Biology or a related discipline to meet accreditation standards and demonstrate advanced expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead departmental operations including faculty appointments, promotions, tenure, and evaluations.
• Guide the development and implementation of curriculum and oversee academic programs.
• Develop class schedules, assign teaching loads, and conduct departmental meetings.
• Manage assessment, long-range planning, and accreditation efforts.
• Mentor faculty and support professional development, recruitment, and retention initiatives.
• Supervise administrative staff, ensuring compliance with university policies and performance reviews.
• Administer departmental budgets and oversee expenditures for general use, scholarships, grants, and travel.
• Foster strong community and university relations, including fundraising and donor engagement.
• Maintain departmental facilities and collaborate with the physical plant on space and resource needs.
• Promote a collegial atmosphere and address concerns from faculty, staff, students, parents, and alumni.
• Contribute to teaching, program planning, course instruction, and student advising.
• Teaching load determined in consultation with the Dean.
• Engage in institutional, professional, and community service activities.
• Maintain an active program of research, scholarship, or creative work as agreed upon annually.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support departmental and institutional goals.

Education

Ph.D. in Biology

Job description

Faculty (Rank TBD) - Biology (9M) - 998701

Nova Southern University Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL — USA

Nova Southern University Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL USA Posted Nov 07, 2025 Due Nov 06, 2026

Biology

Job Description

Type: Full-Time
Posted: November 5, 2025
Category: Biology
Location: Pittsburg State University

About the Position

Pittsburg State University invites applications for the position of Chair, Department of Biology. The Chair serves as the chief administrative officer of the department and provides strategic leadership in academic, personnel, facility, and financial matters. This role ensures that departmental goals align with the missions of the University, College, and Department.

The administrative appointment is at the pleasure of the President.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Duties (45%)

Lead departmental operations including faculty appointments, promotions, tenure, and evaluations.

Guide the development and implementation of curriculum and oversee academic programs.

Develop class schedules, assign teaching loads, and conduct departmental meetings.

Manage assessment, long-range planning, and accreditation efforts.

Mentor faculty and support professional development, recruitment, and retention initiatives.

Supervise administrative staff, ensuring compliance with university policies and performance reviews.

Administer departmental budgets and oversee expenditures for general use, scholarships, grants, and travel.

Foster strong community and university relations, including fundraising and donor engagement.

Maintain departmental facilities and collaborate with the physical plant on space and resource needs.

Promote a collegial atmosphere and address concerns from faculty, staff, students, parents, and alumni.

Teaching (25%)

Contribute to academic program planning, course instruction, and student advising.

Teaching load determined in consultation with the Dean.

Service (15%)

Engage in institutional, professional, and community service activities as defined through the annual Unclassified Performance Management Process.

Scholarly Activity (10%)

Maintain an active program of research, scholarship, or creative work as agreed upon annually.

Other Duties (5%)

Perform additional tasks as assigned to support departmental and institutional goals.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Terminal degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Biology or a related field.

Five (5) years of experience in college-level teaching, research, and service.

Proven academic leadership and administrative experience.

Eligible for appointment at the senior faculty level (Associate or Full Professor).

Strong interpersonal and professional relationship skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Note: Candidates must hold a terminal degree in Biology or a related discipline to meet accreditation standards and demonstrate advanced expertise.

Job Type: Unclassified

Duration: 12-month fiscal year appointment

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the following documents (combined into a maximum of two uploads):

Resume/CV

Names and contact information (address, email, and phone) of three professional references

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and sex offender registry check.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affiliated Action Employer committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.