Chair Department of Psychology; Tenured Track, F

Chair, Department of Psychology (Tenured Track, F1130A)

The Department of Psychology in the College of Sciences at Old Dominion University (ODU) seeks a collaborative, collegial, and dynamic leader to serve as the department chair. The area of research is open, with a preference for candidates whose research program aligns with one of our Ph.D. concentrations.

• Work with faculty and administration to support the department’s growth and excellence in research, teaching, and service.
• Manage departmental operations including faculty, staff, budget, facilities, and teaching schedules.
• Maintain and enhance the culture of scholarly collaboration and faculty governance.
• Support faculty recruitment, hiring, mentoring, career success, and promotion.
• Manage faculty evaluations and applications for promotion.
• Provide leadership to support faculty enhancement of undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
• Manage undergraduate and graduate student affairs issues as they arise.
• Represent and advocate for the department internally and externally.
• Maintain an active program of scholarship commensurate with rank and administrative commitments.

• Previously earned promotion to full professor.
• Research program aligns with one of the three Ph.D. concentrations in our department:
  Health, Human Factors, or Clinical.
• Strong track record of successful leadership across research, undergraduate, and graduate administration.
• Commitment to mentorship, fostering a climate of collegiality, and contributing to faculty governance in prior leadership roles.

Location:

Norfolk, VA.

Position Type:
Full Time.

Telework Friendly:
No.

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EEO:
Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.