Department Chair - Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
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One of the country’s most selective public research universities, Clemson University serves a uniquely driven and highly accomplished student body. Ranked consistently as one of the best national public university by U.S.News & World Report, Clemson is a science- and engineering-oriented college dedicated to teaching, research and service. Founded in 1889, we remain committed both to world-class research and a high quality of life. In fact, 91 percent of our seniors say they’d pick Clemson again if they had it to do over. Clemson’s retention and graduation rates rank among the highest in the country for public universities. We’ve been named among the best values by Kiplinger magazine in 2013, and SmartMoney in 2012 ranked us No. 7 in student return on investment. Our beautiful college campus sits on 1,400 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, along the shores of Hartwell Lake. But we also have research facilities and economic development hubs throughout the state of South Carolina — in Greenville, Greenwood, Columbia and Charleston. |
Department Chair - Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Clemson University The following criteria will be used for the search for the department chair.
Leadership The Department Chair will provide overall leadership for the department to educate and mentor students, guide faculty and staff; facilitate TPR processes, committees, advisory board(s) and other key policies and organizational elements. The successful candidate will lead day-to-day operations and financial administration of the department, engage with college and university leadership teams, and work with various stakeholders across the university, community and alumni. Academics The Department Chair will provide leadership and coordination on all academic matters such as curriculum processes, working with faculty to design and develop appropriate academic curricular offerings, building on the foundation of the current program and developing new innovative educational experiences that will leverage the assets of the department and yield the greatest impact on student outcomes and success. Research The Department Chair will provide leadership for high impact, cross-disciplinary research that will connect a multitude of stakeholders across and beyond the university. Outreach and Engagement The Department Chair will engage with various internal and external stakeholders to position the department for maximum visibility and impact. Development The Department Chair, working closely with the Dean and development team, will pursue appropriate philanthropic opportunities with individuals and corporate partners in support of scholarships, professorships, and gift opportunities for facilities and equipment. |