Physics World · 1 month ago
Chair, Department of Materials Science & Chemical Engineering
Stony Brook, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveStony Brook University College of Engineering & Applied Sciences is seeking a highly accomplished scholar and strategic leader to be the Chair of the Department of Materials Science & Chemical Engineering. The new Chair will provide strategic leadership, expand curricular offerings, and enhance research in critical areas while remaining active in research.
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Responsibilities
Provide sustained strategic leadership of the department
Expand the current curricular offerings and develop new forward-looking curricula and degree programs in collaboration with other units
Expand research in areas of national importance, leveraging existing strengths in CEAS and other Stony Brook departments/centers
Lead strong collaborative efforts in fields such as advanced computational materials sciences and microstructural characterization techniques
Qualification
Required
An earned doctorate in a discipline appropriate for a faculty appointment in the College of Engineering & Applied Sciences
A distinguished record of research, teaching, and academic mentoring commensurate with appointment as a tenured full professor at Stony Brook University
A proven track record of scholarship and the ability to support a vibrant research program along with an outstanding record of professional achievement
Excellent leadership and management abilities suited to guiding a world-class research and education program
Preferred
Demonstrated academic leadership experience and a strong commitment to collaborative, inclusive, and synergistic leadership that fosters a respectful and supportive environment for faculty, staff, and students at all levels
A record of successful administrative experience including managing personnel, budgets, and academic operations at the department, center/institute, or school/college level
A track of record of fund-raising
Senior researchers from industry or government with a proven track record of scholarship and professional leadership but limited academic experience are also encouraged to apply
Benefits
Administrative salary supplement
Other forms of support during their service as Chair
Company
Physics World
Physics World is print and digital science magazine that features the latest interviews, information, and news from the physics world.
Founded in 1988
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