Southern University and A&M College, Baton Rouge – College of Agricultural, Human and Environme

SU  | Department Chair – Environmental Toxicology | Position Type:
Unclassified Full Time | Salary Range: $100,000 – $120,000 |

Final date to receive applications:
May 11, 2026

This is a full-time, 12-month salaried position (40 hours per week). The individual will:
Provide strategic direction and vision for the department’s academic programs;
Lead curriculum development and ensure alignment with industry trends and accreditation standards;
Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty and staff;
Foster a supportive environment for professional growth, research, and teaching excellence. Facilitate faculty development workshops and encourage participation in conferences and grant opportunities;
Oversee academic advising and support services for students;
Promote student research, internships, and career readiness initiatives;
Encourage and support faculty and student research initiatives;
Promote partnerships with industry, government agencies, and community organizations;
Oversee research and outreach programs that align with the department’s mission;
Address student concerns and foster an inclusive, supportive learning environment;
Promote interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in teaching and research. In-depth knowledge of Environmental Toxicology, or related fields. Understand curriculum development and accreditation standards. Competence in biostatistics, computational toxicology, and modeling of environmental exposure and effects. Can evaluate and support diverse research agendas. Strategic planning and decision-making. Team building and conflict resolution. Budget and resource management. Faculty recruitment, mentoring, and evaluation.

• Provide strategic direction and vision for the department’s academic programs and promote interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in teaching and research.
• Teaching one course a semester
• Lead curriculum development and ensure alignment with industry trends and accreditation standards
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty and staff while fostering a supportive environment for professional growth, research, and teaching excellence.
• Facilitate faculty development workshops and encourage participation in conferences and grant opportunities
• Oversee academic advising and support services for students while promoting student research, internships, and career readiness initiatives.

• Ph.D. in Environmental Toxicology, Toxicology, Environmental Health Sciences, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• At least 2 years of leadership experience
• Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, student learning, scholarship/research, and service that merits appointment at the rank of tenured associate or full professor. Proven leadership, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Experience with accreditation, assessment, and program review processes. Successful record of securing external funding, grants, or partnerships. Demonstrated ability to lead change, build consensus, and inspire innovation.
• Deep understanding of environmental toxicants, mechanisms of toxicity, dose-response relationships, and risk assessment.
• Strong knowledge of technology-enhanced learning, AI applications in higher education, and digital literacy.

• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent outdoor activities in urban forests, community sites, and training locations, which may involve walking on uneven terrain and exposure to various weather conditions.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, including equipment for workshops, training sessions, and events.

Interested applicants must complete a Southern University employment application.

Current Southern University employees should apply here.

• A cover letter detailing experience and alignment with the role.
• A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume highlighting expertise and accomplishments.
• Three (3) professional letters of recommendation.

Dr. Renita Marshall | Vice Chancellor

College of Agricultural, Human & Environmental Sciences