Associate Dean for Academics and Faculty Development

Associate Dean for Academics and Faculty Development Job Description: The Associate Dean for Academics and Faculty Development reports to the Dean of the College of Human Sciences and provides leadership and administration to faculty of the College in accordance to its guidelines, University policy and/or government regulations. The position is a half-time appointment in the Office of the Dean with the remaining 50% of the appointment served as a faculty member in one of the academic departments within the College (i.e., Nutritional Sciences, Human Development and Family Studies, Department of Design, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community, Family and Addiction Sciences, Hospitality and Retail Management, and Personal Financial Planning), and will involve teaching, research and service activities commensurate with their half-time departmental appointment. Candidates who have very strong records of scholarship supported by extramural funding and who have the proven capacity or clear potential to bring externally sponsored research to Texas Tech University are encouraged to apply.  Service duties include program-building, as well as commitment to extra-curricular activities.  Service to the department, college, and university is expected.  Specific Responsibilities: The position affords exciting opportunities to: a) Develop/support new and existing distance learning programs and courses. b) Promote, coordinate and manage off-site campus academic activities. c) Oversee the Family and Consumer Sciences Program. d) Review and coordinate department and program accreditation processes. e) Manage curriculum issues in coordination with departments and programs. f) Oversee the College component of a TTU self-study. g) Manage and coordinate with departments concerning assessment issues. h) Oversee the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance. i) Coordinate and oversee faculty development activities. j) Review and coordinate pre-tenure, tenure, and post-tenure processes. k) In conjunction with Department Chairs, coordinate and manage annual faculty reviews and the evaluation process. l) Manage teaching evaluation related activities. m) Promote teaching excellence within the College. n) Manage faculty operating policies. o) Review and manage faculty grievances. p) Oversee faculty award processes. q) Oversee/promote the College strategic plan for community outreach and engagement. r) Provide general support to the Dean to fulfill the overall mission and vision of the College of Human Sciences. s) Interacting with and guiding department chairs. t) Serve on committees as appropriate. Minimum Qualifications: The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in a discipline related to Human Sciences and qualify for tenure at the Associate or Full Professor level in a given academic department within the College. The preferred applicant will also have significant previous administrative experience such as Program Director, Assistant Chair or Chair of an academic unit. The applicant should also exhibit exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a demonstrated and ongoing commitment to serving diverse populations. Special Instructions to Applicants: Candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae and a list of three references (including contact details) to the Texas Tech hiring website (https://www.texastech.edu/careers/faculty-positions.php) using Texas Tech University Requisition ID # 12240BR. Date of Initial Application Review: Applications will be reviewed beginning January 16th   Job Close Date: Open until filled. Position Start Date: Eligible to be negotiated but with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2018. As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, Texas Tech University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We actively encourage applications from all those who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community at Texas Tech University. The university welcomes applications from minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and dual-career couples. The Chronicle of Higher Education. Keywords: Dean, Location: Lubbock, TX - 79409