Department Chair and Professor, 9 Month Salaried (Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering -Florida A&M University -Florida State University College of Engineering

Florida State University•Tallahassee, FL

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About The Position

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the Florida A&M University (FAMU)-Florida State University (FSU) College of Engineering invites applications from highly qualified individuals for the position of Chair and Professor. The Chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering will: Provide visionary leadership in advancing a compelling departmental mission aligned with the College's Engineering Our Future (2024-2029) strategic plan. Guide the development and implementation of a dynamic research agenda, fostering collaboration among faculty, research centers, and external partners to enhance infrastructure and secure intramural and extramural funding. Oversee and strengthen the department's educational programs, promoting excellence in curriculum design, delivery, assessment, and pedagogical innovation across all degree levels. Lead student recruitment and engagement efforts, with particular emphasis on attracting high-quality doctoral candidates and supporting student success. Recruit, mentor, and retain outstanding faculty, building a strong team of scholars in emerging and high-impact areas of electrical and computer engineering. Cultivate strategic industry and government partnerships that expand research opportunities, experiential learning, and workforce development. Serve as a vital liaison to college and university administration, funding agencies, policymakers, and professional organizations, representing the department's interests with clarity and purpose. Collaborate as an active member of Dean's leadership team, contributing to the College's collective growth, resource development, and strategic initiatives. Foster synergy and interdisciplinary collaboration within the department and with major research centers-including CAPS, ASC, HPMI, FCAAP, and InSPIRE-as well as with national laboratories and external stakeholders. Engage in advancement and external relations, maintaining and strengthening relationships with the Department Advisory Council and working closely with the College's advancement team to support fundraising and alumni engagement.

Requirements

An earned Ph.D. or equivalent in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a closely related discipline, with professional and academic credentials meriting appointment as a tenured Full Professor in the department.
A distinguished record of research and scholarship, including sustained external funding, graduate student mentorship, impactful publications, and recognized intellectual leadership.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching and a strong commitment to advancing engineering education through innovative pedagogy, curriculum design, and emerging modes of delivery.
Proven ability to articulate and implement a forward-looking vision for departmental growth, foster strategic planning, and lead organizational change in a complex academic environment.
A record of effective leadership and administrative experience, including budget management, faculty recruitment, and operational oversight of academic and research programs.
Active engagement with professional societies, industry, government laboratories, and multi-organization collaborations, with a demonstrated capacity to build strategic partnerships that enhance research and educational impact.
Ability to collaborate effectively across departments, research centers, and university leadership to align departmental priorities with the College's Engineering Our Future (2024-2029) plan and institutional missions.
A demonstrated commitment to advocating for faculty, students, and staff while cultivating resources, infrastructure, and support systems that promote academic and research excellence.

Nice To Haves

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Prior academic leadership experience as an associate department head/chair, center director, or similar level of responsibility.
Have a demonstrated record of high-quality research and scholarly publications that are recognized nationally and/or internationally.

Responsibilities

Provide visionary leadership in advancing a compelling departmental mission aligned with the College's Engineering Our Future (2024-2029) strategic plan.
Guide the development and implementation of a dynamic research agenda, fostering collaboration among faculty, research centers, and external partners to enhance infrastructure and secure intramural and extramural funding.
Oversee and strengthen the department's educational programs, promoting excellence in curriculum design, delivery, assessment, and pedagogical innovation across all degree levels.
Lead student recruitment and engagement efforts, with particular emphasis on attracting high-quality doctoral candidates and supporting student success.
Recruit, mentor, and retain outstanding faculty, building a strong team of scholars in emerging and high-impact areas of electrical and computer engineering.
Cultivate strategic industry and government partnerships that expand research opportunities, experiential learning, and workforce development.
Serve as a vital liaison to college and university administration, funding agencies, policymakers, and professional organizations, representing the department's interests with clarity and purpose.
Collaborate as an active member of Dean's leadership team, contributing to the College's collective growth, resource development, and strategic initiatives.
Foster synergy and interdisciplinary collaboration within the department and with major research centers-including CAPS, ASC, HPMI, FCAAP, and InSPIRE-as well as with national laboratories and external stakeholders.
Engage in advancement and external relations, maintaining and strengthening relationships with the Department Advisory Council and working closely with the College's advancement team to support fundraising and alumni engagement.