Director of Skidaway Institute of Oceanography and Professor

Position Information

Classification Title Director, College/Division/School AC FLSA Faculty Rank Professor Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Tenured

Minimum Qualifications

A PhD in marine sciences, oceanography or a closely related field.

Position Summary

This position is based at the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography in Savannah, GA. The Director is the most senior administrator of the Skidaway Institute, and has overall responsibility for strategic initiatives and fiscal planning, promoting externally funded research and impactful educational programs, managing campus infrastructure and advancing major capital projects. Additional responsibilities for the Director include overseeing the Institute staff, serving as supervisor of record for Skidaway-based faculty, providing support for research, outreach and educational programs, and working to foster partnerships and communication.

The Director models and fosters a climate of collegiality while providing the strategic and institutional vision for vigorous, collaborative research and education. The person in this position will hold their primary academic appointment as a full-professor in the UGA Department of Marine Sciences and is expected to remain active in research. The Director reports to the UGA Vice President for Research in their administrative role and to the Head of the Department of Marine Sciences and other relevant units in their faculty role.

Additional Requirements

The position requires the academic credentials appropriate for appointment as a Full Professor  the UGA Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure of Academic Rank Faculty and the Marine Sciences Promotion and Tenure Guidelines.

To be eligible for tenure on appointment, candidates must have been tenured at a prior institution, and bring a demonstrably national reputation to the institution. Any request for tenure upon appointment must be approved before hire.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

* Evidence of an established international reputation in marine and/or oceanographic sciences.

* Demonstrated interest and record of success in strategic initiatives, campus oversight (including familiarity with research vessel operations), personnel management (both staff and faculty), and other activities described in the job duties.

* Demonstrated understanding of the scope and responsibilities associated with academic administration.

* Evidence of successful supervision, mentorship and professional development of staff, students, and faculty.

* Prior accomplishments as a principal investigator on interdisciplinary and multi-investigator externally funded research.

* Research focus that is compatible with the with Institute and the Dept. of Marine Sciences.

* Proven record of teaching at the university level, with a strong emphasis on experiential education.

* Strong interpersonal skills and evidence of collegiality.

* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Administration

Strategic initiatives - Takes the lead on formulating and implementing the Institute's strategic vision;
Provides high-level oversight for budget development, staffing requirements, and facilities planning;
Promotes externally funded research;
Identifies opportunities for collaborative partnerships.

Institute campus oversight - Manages Institute campus facilities, including the Research Vessel (R/V) Savannah;
Competes for funding for major renovations and repairs;
Provides…