Job Details

Type: Full-Time
Posted: November 5, 2025
Category: Biology
Location: Pittsburg State University

About the Position

Pittsburg State University invites applications for the position of Chair, Department of Biology. The Chair serves as the chief administrative officer of the department and provides strategic leadership in academic, personnel, facility, and financial matters. This role ensures that departmental goals align with the missions of the University, College, and Department.

The administrative appointment is at the pleasure of the President.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Duties (45%)

• Lead departmental operations including faculty appointments, promotions, tenure, and evaluations.

• Guide the development and implementation of curriculum and oversee academic programs.

• Develop class schedules, assign teaching loads, and conduct departmental meetings.

• Manage assessment, long-range planning, and accreditation efforts.

• Mentor faculty and support professional development, recruitment, and retention initiatives.

• Supervise administrative staff, ensuring compliance with university policies and performance reviews.

• Administer departmental budgets and oversee expenditures for general use, scholarships, grants, and travel.

• Foster strong community and university relations, including fundraising and donor engagement.

• Maintain departmental facilities and collaborate with the physical plant on space and resource needs.

• Promote a collegial atmosphere and address concerns from faculty, staff, students, parents, and alumni.

Teaching (25%)

• Contribute to academic program planning, course instruction, and student advising.

• Teaching load determined in consultation with the Dean.

Service (15%)

• Engage in institutional, professional, and community service activities as defined through the annual Unclassified Performance Management Process.

Scholarly Activity (10%)

• Maintain an active program of research, scholarship, or creative work as agreed upon annually.

Other Duties (5%)

• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support departmental and institutional goals.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Terminal degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Biology or a related field.

• Five (5) years of experience in college-level teaching, research, and service.

• Proven academic leadership and administrative experience.

• Eligible for appointment at the senior faculty level (Associate or Full Professor).

• Strong interpersonal and professional relationship skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Note: Candidates must hold a terminal degree in Biology or a related discipline to meet accreditation standards and demonstrate advanced expertise.

Appointment Details

• Job Type: Unclassified

• Duration: 12-month fiscal year appointment

• Salary: Commensurate with experience

• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the following documents (combined into a maximum of two uploads):

1. Cover Letter

2. Resume/CV

3. Names and contact information (address, email, and phone) of three professional references

Application Review: Open until filled; first review begins December 1, 2025.

Search Committee Chair:
Tim Flood
tflood@pittstate.edu

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and sex offender registry check.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.