Head of Geology & Environmental Science

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, invites applications for Academic Unit Head of Geology & Environmental Science. This tenure-track, 12-month position ranks at Professor or Associate Professor and blends administration with teaching, research, and leadership within a student‑centered university.

The AUH will oversee programs, mentor faculty, manage budgets, recruit students, and advance curriculum and scholarship in the geosciences.

Qualifications

• PhD or doctorate in the geosciences.
• Record of research, teaching and service commensurate with Associate Professor or Professor at JMU.
• Record of federally funded or externally funded research program.

Responsibilities

• Administer the academic unit and oversee programs, faculty, staff, budget and resources.
• Lead recruitment and promote undergraduate teaching excellence and scholarship.
• Support faculty development and advance department priorities within the college and university.

Skills

Budget management

Supervision experience

Teaching in geosciences

Research leadership

Curriculum development

Education

PhD in Geosciences

Job description

James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, invites applications for Academic Unit Head of Geology & Environmental Science. This tenure-track, 12-month position ranks at Professor or Associate Professor and blends administration with teaching, research, and leadership within a student‑centered university.

The AUH will oversee programs, mentor faculty, manage budgets, recruit students, and advance curriculum and scholarship in the geosciences.