What are the responsibilities and job description for the Department Head and Associate Professor or Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering position at sdbor-sb?
The Karen M. Swindler Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBE) at South Dakota Mines invites applications for a 12-month position of Department Head and Associate Professor or Full Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering. A PhD in Chemical Engineering or in a closely related field is required for the position. The applicant should have a strong record of teaching, funded research, and service to warrant a tenured appointment, subject to SD Board of Regents approval. We seek an engaging, principled leader who shares our commitment to excellence in undergraduate education, enables quality, targeted research growth, promotes fundraising and industrial relations, fosters faculty development, and supports collaborations with other academic programs. The Department Head supervises the CBE faculty and staff and reports directly to the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs. The desired start date for the position is June 2024. The CBE Department offers an ABET-accredited BS degree in Chemical Engineering, an MS degree in Chemical Engineering, and a PhD degree in Chemical and Biological Engineering. We have a reputation for producing excellent engineers who are sought by both industry and top graduate programs. The Department enrollment is approximately 170 BS, 20 MS, and 25 PhD students. Our 13 faculty have broad expertise in the multidisciplinary areas of renewable energy, advanced materials, bioprocessing, energetic materials, and polymer science and engineering. The Department research activities are supported by major federal agencies, the State of South Dakota, and industrial sponsors, with annual research expenditures averaging $2.9M over the past 5 years. The Department also leads and collaborates on several research projects and centers on campus. South Dakota Mines is a best-in-class STEM university that offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees located in Rapid City, the state’s second largest city with a MSA population of over 158,000. With 226 days of sunshine, 1.2 million acres of breathtaking scenery of the Black Hills National Forest, 700 miles of motorized trails and nearly 500 miles of hiking trails, there is a lot to see and do. People from around the world come here each year to see top attractions like Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, Terry Peak Ski Area, and Reptile Gardens. There’s something for everybody! At Mines, our vision is to develop world-class leaders in science and engineering to benefit society through education, innovation, and engagement. Nearly 2,500 students from every state and over 40 countries are represented on our campus. Mines is an affordable option with a great return on investment. Known for our academic rigor, we maintain an average class size of 24 and our students benefit from immersive learning experiences including undergraduate research, co-ops/internships, and nationally competitive engineering teams. These experiences make graduates highly sought after by industry and attributes to high starting salaries and 98% placement rate in the field of study. Research at Mines encompasses four main areas: energy and environment; materials and manufacturing; STEM education; and underground science and engineering. Entrepreneurship is highly valued and programming assists students and faculty to engage in entrepreneurial activities and transition scientific and technological innovations into viable products and business startups. South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage options for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at https://www.sdsmt.edu/employment/. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Those wishing further information about the search process may contact search committee chair Dr. James Stone at james.stone@sdsmt.edu.
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