University of South Florida Libraries · 1 day ago
Professor and Chair of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveThe University of South Florida Libraries is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as Chair of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. The successful candidate will advance the department’s strategic vision of excellence in engineering education and high-impact research while collaborating with faculty and partners across the university.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Success in leadership roles including activities such as recruiting, program development, mentorship, team-building, and staff supervision
Demonstrated record of mentoring students, staff, and junior faculty contributing to their successful career progression and development
An internationally recognized scholarship profile
Demonstrated commitment to high-quality pedagogy and student development
A significant record of leadership (elected or nominated) in professional institutes and societies
Qualification
Required
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution
Candidates should qualify to be appointed as a tenured full professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
The successful candidate will articulate a vision to continue elevating USF MAE's vibrant and internationally recognized research efforts, its excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, and its engagement with federal, industrial and community partners and funding agencies
They will demonstrate a record of leadership in areas relevant to these goals, including the following: Success in leadership roles including activities such as recruiting, program development, mentorship, team-building, and staff supervision
Demonstrated record of mentoring students, staff, and junior faculty contributing to their successful career progression and development
An internationally recognized scholarship profile
Demonstrated commitment to high-quality pedagogy and student development
A significant record of leadership (elected or nominated) in professional institutes and societies
Benefits
Medical, dental and life insurance plans
Retirement plan options
Employee and dependent tuition programs
Generous leave
Hundreds of employee perks and discounts
Company
University of South Florida Libraries
The University of South Florida Libraries accelerate learning and knowledge production through distinctive collections, information service innovation, and thought leadership.
Founded in 1956
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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