Chair Department of Biomedical Engineering, Associate or Full Professor, Tenured

Chair of the Department of Biomedical Engineering, Associate or Full Professor, Tenured

Job no: 497456
Work type:
Full-time Faculty

Location:

Grand Forks
Categories:
Tenure/Tenure-track Faculty

• $115,000+ commensurate with rank and experience, 9-month faculty position with 12-month administration assignment and stipend, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability:
  No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus):
  No

About the Department
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of North Dakota is an interdisciplinary program jointly supported by the College of Engineering & Mines and the School of Medicine & Health Sciences. The department emphasizes innovation-based learning, experiential education, and community partnership. Biomedical Engineering at UND integrates principles of engineering and biological sciences to develop solutions that improve human health and well-being.

The department offers growing undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students for impactful careers in healthcare, industry, and research.

About the College of Engineering & Mines and the University of North Dakota
The College of Engineering & Mines (CEM) at UND is home to seven departments and multiple research centers that emphasize collaboration, innovation, and real-world impact. CEM is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service, and fosters a supportive environment for faculty, staff, and students.
The University of North Dakota, founded in 1883, is the state’s oldest and largest university and a nationally recognized leader in energy, aerospace, and health sciences. UND is located in Grand Forks, a vibrant college town with a high quality of life, affordable living, and strong community engagement.

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for undergraduate and graduate programs in Biomedical Engineering, emphasizing innovation-based learning.
• Foster a student-centered environment that emphasizes hands‑on learning, inclusion, and experiential education, including capstone design projects, laboratory courses, and project-based learning experiences.
• Mentor faculty in teaching effectiveness, curriculum design, and professional development to support innovation-driven instruction and active learning pedagogies.
• Strengthen interdisciplinary and industry partnerships to expand real‑world learning opportunities, internships, and applied projects for students.
• Manage departmental operations, including budgeting, resource allocation, and personnel supervision.
• Support faculty and student engagement in scholarly and applied research, including projects that integrate learning with real‑world problem‑solving.
• Represent the department in college and university committees, accreditation activities, and strategic initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, management, and organizational abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to student success, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ability to build and sustain effective collaborations within and outside the university.
• Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related engineering or science discipline.
• Record of teaching, service, and scholarship commensurate with the rank of Associate Professor or Professor with tenure.
• Minimum of five years of experience in higher education.
• Leadership or administrative experience, such as program director, associate chair, or similar role.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

• Established record of success in curriculum development or accreditation leadership, including development of capstone design courses, project-based learning, or laboratory curricula.
• Experience with academic assessment, faculty development, or student recruitment and retention, particularly in programs emphasizing experiential and innovation-based learning.
• Proven record of guiding students to create value through…