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Position Summary:

The Department of Political Science at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) invites applications for the position of Chair of the department to begin Summer 2025. The appointment will be at the rank of full Professor, tenured in the Department and based on the Boca Raton campus. The search is open with regards to subfield specialization. We seek a dynamic scholar and visionary leader with a track record of administrative success. The review of applications will begin on November 15, 2024.

The Department of Political Science has 17 faculty members committed to excellence in research and teaching. The department has over 450 undergraduate majors and 25 Master’s students.  The department also contributes to the College of Arts & Letters’ interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Comparative Studies. Programs in the department or led by department faculty include the Advanced Campaigning Program, the FAU Florida Internship Program and the Leon Charney Diplomacy Program and the Political Communication and Public Opinion Research (PolCom) Lab. FAU is a multi-campus doctoral research university (RU/High Research Activity) with approximately 30,000 students. Also, FAU is on the cusp of being designated as R1. 

The Department of Political Science at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves.

Further information about the department can be found at: https://www.fau.edu/artsandletters/politicalscience/

Summary of Responsibilities:

The department Chair provides academic and administrative leadership within the department and is responsible for the following:

Personnel Management: Overseeing department faculty and managing staff, including training and performance reviews. Monitoring teaching and service loads to ensure balance among faculty.

Curriculum and Scheduling: Ensuring curriculum alignment with academic standards and current trends. Managing course scheduling to optimize student learning experiences.

Budget and Resource Management: Managing the department’s budget, allocating resources effectively and ensuring fiscal responsibility. Overseeing department facilities to maintain a safe learning and research environment.

Recruitment and Retention: Leading efforts to recruit talented faculty by fostering an inclusive environment for working and learning. Creating and implementing strategies for enhancing the undergraduate major.

Balanced Advocacy: Overseeing the balance between advocating for the specific needs of the department and the broader interests of the college and university.

Community Outreach: Working collaboratively with the department’s Advisory Board and supporting department and faculty efforts to foster relationships within the community.

Teaching and Research: Teaching courses at the undergraduate and graduate level in line with area of expertise (1:1 teaching load). Mentoring students and maintaining an active research agenda.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Political Science or a related field.

• Evidence of excellence in research and teaching appropriate for appointment as a tenured full Professor in the department.

• A successful history of administrative leadership and service.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff and students consistent with the expectations and mission of a research university.

• A commitment to the recruitment, retention and mentoring of faculty and students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

College or Department:

Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters/Department of Political Science

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

N/A

Application Deadline:

2024-11-15

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

Required Documents:
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. When completing the online application, please upload the following: (1) cover letter, including a statement of leadership philosophy, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) research statement, (4) teaching statement, and (5) the names and email addresses of three persons who will be writing letters of recommendation (letters will be solicited later). At least two of the references should be able to speak to your leadership experience and potential.

Transcripts:
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.

Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities.

Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711