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Chair of the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology
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Position Number: 5729341
Location: Kennesaw, GA
Position Type: Science - Biology

Chair of the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology

Job ID: 278144
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a growing number of doctoral programs to over 46,000 students. Our high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.

Our vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and accountability. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. For more information, visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

Kennesaw State University is a large R2 institution with a broad student body (43,000 students, 52% underrepresented minorities, 38% first-generation, 34% Pell Grant eligible), placing it among the top 7% of research universities in the nation. The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB) unites a multi-faceted and dynamic body of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to understanding molecular interactions and their outcomes across many scales, from the single-celled to the collective organization of multicellular organisms. The Department provides comprehensive education, internship, and research opportunities to our undergraduate student population and we are committed to supporting our extensive student population, while maintaining its culture of instructional excellence. We believe in nurturing a growth mindset and celebrating all ideas and individuals as we expand our national footprint.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for an administrative faculty position as a visionary and effective tenured Professor and Chair of the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB) with a preferred start date of July 1, 2025. This is a twelve-month contracted position. This position is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities of the Chair, who reports to the Dean, include, but are not limited to:

Advocate for the department with respect to the mission and expectations of the department, college, and university
Advocate for the interests of a growing department comprised of a dedicated faculty serving a vibrant student body
Manage the department with a commitment to transparency, shared governance, collaborative decision-making, and the values of inquiry, fairness, and collegiality
Promote a work environment that is respectful, fair, and caring for all faculty and staff
Implement a plan for the departmental role in strengthening the university as an R2 research institution
Oversee the department budget and resources
Provide oversight of academic programs and developing new ones
Recruit and retaining faculty and staff
Mentor and steer the development of faculty and staff
Evaluate faculty and staff performance according to departmental and university guidelines
Commit to shared values of the department with respect to teaching, research, and in the administrative operations of the department
Empower faculty and staff in the pursuit of excellence in teaching, and research, with an emphasis on student success

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

An earned doctoral degree, or its foreign equivalent, in the fields of molecular, cellular, developmental, or microbial biology, or related disciplines, with an academic background and appropriate credentials to be a tenured Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology in the College of Science and Mathematics at KSU is required.
A distinguished record in a field that interfaces with the Department's research programs, a strong history of extramural funding and research productivity, as well as a strong record of teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level reflective of current best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

A strong record of successful leadership, cultivating and promoting a shared vision among colleagues
A strong record of mentoring faculty and students, and innovating programs and curricula
A strong record of administrative experience, including budgeting, in a department, college, or university setting
A strong record of professional service and community engagement at department, college, university, discipline, and/or community levels
Experience in pursuit and administration of programmatic and/or training grants.
Experience in building academic and research programs
Experience collaborating with colleagues in multiple specialties or disciplines

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letter (2 page limit)
3. Research Statement (2 page limit)
4. Teaching Philosophy and how you will advance student success at KSU (2 page limit)
5. Leadership Vision Statement (5 pages limit)
6. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
7. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Apply Before Date

Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by November 30, 2024.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Kevin Stokes, Chair, Department of Physics, kstokes15@kennesaw.edu.

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 202, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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