Department Head - Astronomy & Astrophysics
Core
Lead the Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics as a tenured Professor, driving research, education, outreach, and service excellence.
Role type
Department Head (Professor)
Builds
Research enterprise, faculty development, interdisciplinary collaborations, and departmental reputation in observational, theoretical, and computational astrophysics.
Domain
Higher Education / Astronomy & Astrophysics
Required skills
Strategic leadership, budget management, faculty mentoring, fundraising, grant writing, academic administration, research program development, stakeholder engagement
Preferred skills
Experience with national/international observatories, space missions, or interdisciplinary initiatives
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Articulate strategic vision, manage budgets and personnel, foster inclusive community, advocate for the department, support fundraising, and maintain an active research program
Seniority
Senior, Department Head (Tenured Professor)