The Department Chair will represent the department effectively at all levels of the university and provide the leadership necessary to achieve the department’s teaching, research, and service missions, and advance Purdue University Northwest’s strategic initiatives. Administrative duties include budget and personnel management, curriculum and program development, recruitment of faculty, faculty development, promotion and tenure, student recruitment and retention; and external development and outreach activities, including fundraising.

A doctoral degree in the field of study relevant to the programs offered through the Construction Science and Organizational Leadership Department is required. Candidates for the position of Department Chair will have a successful track record at the university level of one or more years of experience in teaching and scholarship or academic administration. Record of scholarly accomplishments are required to qualify the individual for appointment in the rank of Professor with tenure.

The Department of Construction Science and Organizational Leadership offers Bachelor of Science degree programs in Construction Engineering and Management Technology, and Organizational Leadership and Supervision. The Department has 8 faculty members with over 200 undergraduate students, and both degree programs are nationally-accredited by ABET. For more information, visit: https://academics.pnw.edu/construction-science-organizational-leadership/.

Purdue University Northwest is an academically comprehensive regional university and part of the internationally respected Purdue University system. The campuses are located in the northwest Indiana cities of Hammond, less than 25 miles southeast of downtown Chicago, and Westville, near the shores of Lake Michigan. Purdue University Northwest offers baccalaureate and master’s degrees in such Purdue academic strengths as engineering; technologies; behavioral and social sciences; liberal arts; as well as professional programs consisting of nursing, business, education, and hospitality & tourism management. In addition to these degrees, PNW offers a doctorate of nursing practice. More than 12,000 students attend Purdue Northwest. Ethnic minority students comprise one-third of the total student body. International students make up more than 7 percent of Purdue Northwest’s enrollment. Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Review of applications will begin August 13, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit electronically a letter of interest, statement of applicant’s philosophy of academic administration, a curriculum vita, an unofficial transcript (an official transcript will be required upon employment), and the names and contact information of four references to the address below: Construction Science and Organizational Leadership Search Committee College of Technology Purdue University Northwest 2200 169th Street Hammond, IN 46323 Dr. Keyuan Jiang, CSOLSearch@pnw.edu

Purdue University Northwest offers an attractive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Purdue University Northwest is committed to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including scholarship, instruction, and engagement. Candidates should address at least one of these areas in their cover letter, indicating their experiences, current interests or activities, and/or future goals to promote a climate that values diversity and inclusion.

Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.