Faculty (Rank TBD) - Biology (9M) - 998701

Search Committee Chair
Tim Flood

Type: Full-Time

Posted: November 5, 2025

Category: Biology

Location: Pittsburg State University

Biological Sciences

About The Position

Pittsburg State University invites applications for the position of Chair, Department of Biology
. The Chair serves as the chief administrative officer of the department and provides strategic leadership in academic, personnel, facility, and financial matters. This role ensures that departmental goals align with the missions of the University, College, and Department
. The administrative appointment is at the pleasure of the President
.

• Lead departmental operations including faculty appointments, promotions, tenure, and evaluations.
• Guide the development and implementation of curriculum and oversee academic programs.

• Develop class schedules, assign teaching loads, and conduct departmental meetings.
• Manage assessment, long-range planning, and accreditation efforts.
• Mentor faculty and support professional development, recruitment, and retention initiatives.
• Supervise administrative staff, ensuring compliance with university policies and performance reviews.
• Administer departmental budgets and oversee expenditures for general use, scholarships, grants, and travel.
• Foster strong community and university relations, including fundraising and donor engagement.
• Maintain departmental facilities and collaborate with the physical plant on space and resource needs.

• Promote a collegial atmosphere and address concerns from faculty, staff, students, parents, and alumni.

• Contribute to academic program planning, course instruction, and student advising.
• Teaching load determined in consultation with the Dean.

• Engage in institutional, professional, and community service activities as defined through the annual Unclassified Performance Management Process.

• Scholarly Activity (10%) – Maintain an active program of research, scholarship, or creative work as agreed upon annually.
• Other Duties (5%) – Perform additional tasks as assigned to support departmental and institutional goals.

Required Education and Experience

• Terminal degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Biology or a related field.

• Five (5) years of experience in college-level teaching, research, and service.
• Proven academic leadership and administrative experience.
• Eligible for appointment at the senior faculty level (Associate or Full Professor).
• Strong interpersonal and professional relationship skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Note: Candidates must hold a terminal degree in Biology or a related discipline to meet accreditation standards and demonstrate advanced expertise.

• Job Type: Unclassified
• Duration: 12-month fiscal year appointment

• Salary:
  Commensurate with experience
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Open until filled; first review begins December 1, 2025
.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and sex offender registry check
.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status
.

Contact: tflood