Department Chair, Materials Science & Chemical Engineering

Department Chair, Materials Science & Chemical EngineeringAbout the CompanyTop-tier public universityIndustryHigher EducationTypeEducational InstitutionFounded1957Employees10,001+CategoriesEducationColleges & UniversitiesNew York CollegesResearch UniversitySUNY Stony BrookSUNY-SBSUNYSBStony Brook UniversityStonybrookSummer SessionUndergraduate AdmissionsUniversity at Stony BrookUniversity of Stony BrookSpecialtiesbiomedical and nuclear physicsAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking a Chair for the Department of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering. The successful candidate will be a distinguished scholar with a strong research background and a strategic leader capable of providing sustained leadership to the department. This role involves overseeing a large and diverse faculty, fostering a culture of collaboration, and expanding the department's research and educational programs. The Chair will be expected to be an entrepreneurial leader, inspiring faculty, staff, and students, and will have the opportunity to leverage the company's new budget model to develop innovative curricula and degree programs. While a background in fundraising is preferred, it is not required. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in academic leadership, a commitment to inclusive and synergistic leadership, and the ability to manage personnel, budgets, and academic operations effectively. Applicants for the Chair position must have an earned doctorate in a relevant discipline and a distinguished record of research, teaching, and academic mentoring. The role requires excellent leadership and management abilities, as well as a collaborative approach to decision-making. The Chair will be responsible for guiding the department in areas of national importance, particularly in the fields of energy, sustainability, and advanced materials. The position is open to senior researchers from industry or government with a strong professional background, and the company is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. The Chair will serve a renewable five-year term and will be expected to maintain an active research program while leading the department.Travel PercentLess than 10%FunctionsEducation/Academic Administration