The Kinesiology Department in the College of Nursing and Health Innovation, the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a tenured department Chair position.
The Chair of the Department of Kinesiology is appointed by the Dean of the College of Nursing and Health Innovation (CONHI) and is accountable to the Dean. The roles and functions of the Chair, Department of Kinesiology include provision of leadership in the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of the Department of Kinesiology and collaboration with other departments in the advancement of college priorities.
The Chair is responsible for the leadership and guidance to all Kinesiology faculty by designing and executing a system of internal controls which provides reasonable assurance that department operations are effective and efficient, department assets are safeguarded, department financial information is reliable, and the department complies with college and university policies as well as applicable laws and regulations.
The Department is comprised of three undergraduate programs, which includes a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science program with tracks in Clinical & Applied Physiology, Health, Fitness & Wellness, and Motor & Rehabilitation Sciences, a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology with tracks in Physical Education Teacher Education and Sport Leadership and Management, and a Bachelor of Science in Public Health. The department also has three master’s programs – a Master of Science in Exercise Science, a Master of Science in Athletic Training, and Master of Public Health, as well as a Ph.D. in Kinesiology. The Department of Kinesiology is an active member of the American Kinesiology Association (AKA).
We seek individuals with outstanding qualifications who share the University’s core values of high standards of excellence in innovative and collaborative research, combined with fostering an open and inclusive environment to serve as the Chair for the Department of Kinesiology.
The College is particularly interested in recruiting an innovative leader who can lead the college’s Department of Kinesiology and make a significant contribution to the college’s focus on advancing health and the human condition. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to education through their teaching, research, and service. Candidates must demonstrate active, externally funded research agendas, with a strong history of funded research and scholarly productivity.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Administration & Operations:
Provides leadership and strategic oversight to the department of Kinesiology.
Recruits and retains qualified faculty for all programs; onboards, orients and mentors new faculty.
Leads regular faculty meetings; coordinates all faculty teaching assignments and development of class schedules; serves on various internal and external committees.
Continually assesses the effectiveness of programs and operations through feedback, surveys, and other tools.
Develops annual budget.
Coordinates and oversees timely completion of reporting mechanisms, including Unit Effectiveness Process (UEP).
Provides leadership, mentorship and guidance for professional development for both tenured, tenure-track and non-tenure track faculty members.
Engage, as a member of the faculty, in teaching, scholarly activity, professional development, service and institution building, consistent with the University’s mission and with a focus on strategic priorities.
Curriculum, Accreditation, and Certifications: Leads the development and implementation of curricular changes; examines and analyzes student evaluations, faculty feedback, and changing industry standards and expectations; coordinates the approval of new programs.
Leadership: Contributes to Missions through direct teaching, research/scholarship and service. Serves as a role model in these areas.
Professional Development: Maintains knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to ensure excellent and consistent leadership, management, and oversight of the Kinesiology department. Other duties as assigned.
Tenured
PhD. or equivalent degree in disciplines or fields of study within the Department of Kinesiology.
3-5 years leadership experience in higher education.
University of Texas at Arlington
The College of Nursing and Health Innovation (CONHI) at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is the largest not-for-profit college of nursing, with online and in-person students. The College is committed to the University’s goal of enhancing academic and research excellence, promoting access to education, and student success. The College has 500+ full time and part time faculty and has received 3 National League of Nursing Center of Excellence designations, including a new designation in category “Advancing the Science of Nursing Education”. CONHI has accomplished a tremendous expansion of its profile as a research enterprise. For FY 2022, the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research ranked CONHI #32 in receipt of NIH funding among Schools of Nursing. In FY 2021/2022, CONHI had active research awards totaling nearly $47.1 Million, including multi-year funding, and over forty active research faculty members. The College has ongoing translational research that includes basic sciences, clinical, applied and community studies in areas such as aging, cardiovascular, cardio-oncology, mental health, women’s health, skeletal muscle, patient safety, rural health, health disparities and vulnerable populations.
