"Professor & Chair"

Posting Details

Position Number: 106278

Title: Professor & Chair

Category Status: 01-Faculty Tenured

Applicant Search Category: Faculty

University Authorized FTE: 1.0

Unit: CMNS - Entomology

Campus/College Information

University of Maryland, College Park is a leading institution with a unique proximity to Washington, D.C., offering extensive collaboration opportunities across government, industry, and research sectors. The university prioritizes diversity, excellence, and community engagement.

Position Summary/Purpose

The Chair is the chief administrative officer of the Entomology Department in the College of Computer, Mathematical and Natural Sciences (CMNS). The Chair reports to the Dean of CMNS and collaborates closely with the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources due to faculty joint appointments and extension programs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading research, teaching, extension, and service excellence.
• Developing and implementing a vision for the department’s future.
• Managing budgets and supporting extramural funding.
• Ensuring quality in undergraduate/graduate teaching and advising.
• Promoting faculty, staff, and student professional development.
• Recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse personnel.
• Fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment.
• Effective communication with university and external stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Entomology, Biology, or related Life Sciences.
• Eligibility for tenured Professor rank in the College.
• Outstanding research and educational record.
• Demonstrated administrative leadership skills and vision.

Department Background

• Over 100 years of excellence in Entomology research, teaching, and extension.
• Broad faculty expertise covering ecology, molecular biology, genetics, pest management, systematics, toxicology, and more.
• Commitment to land grant mission serving agriculture and urban/suburban communities in Maryland.

Application Instructions

Submit:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of leadership experience and vision
• Names and addresses of four references

Posting Dates

• Posting Date: 04/11/2023
• Best Consideration Date: 06/01/2023
• Open Until Filled: Yes

Diversity Statement

UMD is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to nondiscrimination and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities.

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