School Head and Professor

Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time - Senior

Oklahoma City, OK

11-50 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Oklahoma State University is seeking a full-time, tenured Professor and Head to lead the department starting in spring 2025. The position involves promoting excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship while fostering a collaborative and supportive environment among students, faculty, and staff. The new Head will be responsible for strategic planning, faculty hiring and development, fiscal management, and fundraising initiatives to enhance the school's resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and direction of the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
• Oversee the hiring and development of faculty and staff.
• Conduct comprehensive annual evaluations of all personnel.
• Support the professional development of faculty and staff.
• Manage the fiscal affairs of the School, including donor funds.
• Collaborate with other School Heads and the Dean to advance the College and University.
• Assist in developing successful fundraising initiatives for scholarships and faculty support.
• Continue the development of the operating plan for the new academic and administrative facility.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in academic leadership and administration.
• Strong record of research and scholarship in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Experience in managing fiscal affairs and fundraising initiatives.
• Ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with ABET accreditation processes.
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary research programs.
• Previous experience in a similar leadership role at a university.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and research funding.