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The Ogden College of Science and Engineering (OCSE) at Western Kentucky University (WKU) seeks a dynamic and experienced individual as Director for its School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) (https://www.wku.edu/seas/). The Director, reporting to the Dean of the College, serves as the chief academic and administrative officer of SEAS with responsibility for planning, management, and quality of the school's research and academic programs. The School has the same hierarchical level as a department and the position of Director is at the level of a department chair, with the primary difference from other OCSE departments being the size of the unit.

SEAS prides itself on curricula built around project-based learning and other experiential learning elements. It benefits from a formal industrial partnership program that offers multiple internship opportunities to students. The School possesses a robust option of academic programs ranging from Architectural and Computer Sciences to Engineering, Engineering Tech, and Construction Management. The School views itself as a key element in WKU's status as an emerging research university.

As the fastest growing academic unit in the College, SEAS is piloting an internal reorganization; the Director will help lead the reorganization based on results of the current pilot. Responsibilities of the Director also include:

+ Foster a team environment within the School, College, and University in supervising faculty and staff across multiple disciplines.

+ Draw upon prior administrative or leadership experience to build consensus, balance resources, mediate differences, and maintain program quality across all disciplines of SEAS.

+ Manage the School's budget and financial resources effectively by pursuing external funding opportunities through grants, industry partnerships, and research collaborations.

+ Oversee course scheduling and curriculum management with the vision to design and implement new academic programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels, while also ensuring alignment with accreditation requirements.

+ Perform faculty and staff evaluations and merit reviews.

+ Support student recruitment and retention by expanding enrollment, strengthening student success, and enhancing experiential learning opportunities in collaboration with industry partners.

+ Participate in college and university service activities, as well as various activities associated with industry and professional organizations.

+ Foster interdisciplinary collaboration with other academic units and strengthen the School's role as a key contributor to the College's and University's mission.

+ Promote and support access to cutting-edge technological resources for teaching and research.

+ Teach an average of 3 credit hours per semester while serving as a role model for high-quality instruction that incorporates accreditation standards, innovative pedagogy, and a student-centered learning approach.

Job Requirements:

+ An earned doctorate or Ph.D. degree in one of the disciplines represented in the School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, or a closely related discipline, from an accredited institution.

+ Hold current rank of tenured Associate or Full Professor at an accredited institution.

+ Demonstrated managerial experience (examples could include experience managing research centers, grants, academic programs, etc.).

+ Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Additional Information:

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at [email protected] or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

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