Virginia Tech · 4 months ago
Department Head of Finance, Insurance and Business Law
Blacksburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveVirginia Tech's Pamplin College of Business is inviting applications for the position of Head of the Department of Finance, Insurance and Business Law. This role involves leading the department, fostering innovation and collaboration, and enhancing its academic reputation while managing faculty development and resource allocation.
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Responsibilities
Develop and implement a strategic plan for the department that aligns with the goals of the college and university
Position the department as a leader in research excellence, teaching innovation, and industry/alumni engagement
Foster a collegial and collaborative culture among faculty, staff, and students
Ensure departmental initiatives support the college’s strategic goals and meet AACSB and other relevant accreditation standards
Recruit, mentor, and retain outstanding faculty across all academic ranks
Support faculty development and recognition, fostering excellence in research, teaching, and service
Encourage and enable impactful scholarship, including publications in top-tier journals
Promote interdisciplinary research collaborations and pursue external funding opportunities
Lead curriculum development to ensure rigor, innovation, and relevance across undergraduate, graduate, and executive education programs
Advance teaching excellence and strengthen student learning outcomes
Support program growth through specialized tracks, certificates, and online offerings
Collaborate with other departments and centers to expand and enrich interdisciplinary programs
Manage the department’s budget and allocate resources effectively to achieve department goals
Oversee teaching assignments, course scheduling, and program staffing
Collaborate with the dean’s office to secure resources and support faculty initiatives
Strengthen relationships with industry leaders, alumni, and advisory boards to enhance the department’s reputation and impact
Create opportunities for research collaboration and experiential learning for students with industry partners
Support fundraising and development initiatives to advance departmental priorities in partnership with the advancement team
Represent the department within the college, university, and broader academic community
Contribute to thought leadership to elevate the department’s visibility and impact
Qualification
Required
Doctoral degree in Finance or closely related discipline from an accredited institution
Eligibility for tenure at the rank of Professor with an outstanding academic record and national/international recognition
Demonstrated research excellence, including publications in top-tier finance and finance-related journals
Proven record of professional engagement and leadership in relevant academic or professional organizations
Strong commitment to teaching excellence and curriculum innovation
Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Strong interpersonal and team-building skills
A clear and compelling vision for the department's future that aligns with college strategic initiatives
Preferred
Demonstrated leadership experience in academic administration, including faculty, staff, and student mentoring, strategic planning, and effective budget management
Evidence of engagement with industry partners, alumni, and external stakeholders
Company
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech is a public research university that offers a range of academic programs and conducts research across various fields.
Founded in 1872
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$24.09MKey Investors
Virginia Innovation Partnership CorporationNational Institute of Food and AgricultureAppalachian Regional Commission
2025-01-16Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.59M
2024-02-15Grant· $0.45M
Leadership Team
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Steven McKnight
Vice President for Strategic Alliances
David Raymond
Associate Vice President for Security and Identity
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