Job Title
Professor and Chair of the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (Tenured)
Job Description
The Batten College of Engineering & Technology at Old Dominion University invites applications from experienced, accomplished, and visionary individuals to serve as Chair of the Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Department starting in June 2025. The Chair is expected to provide leadership in departmental education, research, and outreach activities in alignment with the strategic plan of the College and the University.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Planning and executing strategic initiatives for the department.
- Interacting with the college and university leadership.
- Mentoring, supporting, and evaluating faculty and staff.
- Supporting key research thrusts in the department and the college.
- Fostering interdisciplinary research and industry partnerships.
- Improving curriculum design and leading accreditation efforts.
- Planning and scheduling courses offerings.
- Demonstrating commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
- Working closely with the advisory board of the department.
- Overseeing the budget.
- Performing research and scholarly activities.
- Teaching courses in related areas.
- Developing educational and research relationships with industry and government laboratories in the Hampton Roads region.
Position Type
FullTime
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Minimum Qualifications - knowledge, skills, and abilities
- A record of scholarly accomplishments, including peer-reviewed publications and an externally funded research program.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, including being able to articulate a vision for advancing the education and research mission of the department through partnerships with both industry and the government.
- Demonstrate strong commitment to shared governance practices, transparency, consensus building, and collaborative leadership values.
Minimum Qualifications - Education or training
Candidates must have an earned doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field, and be eligible for an appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure.
