Program Chair - Data Science

Post University•Waterbury, CT

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Post University is focused on providing the personal guidance and support students need to succeed in their studies, personal lives, their careers, and beyond. From academics to athletics, online options to on-campus classes, and career-building degree programs to micro-credential opportunities, we do everything we can to make students’ educational experience amazing. Founded in 1890. For more than 130 years, Post has focused on student success. That focus enables us to change with the times, providing state of the art and innovative learning experiences for our students. Over 25 years ago, Post University was a pioneer in the development of online education in Connecticut, and among the first in the nation. Four Schools, One Purpose. Post offers four schools and colleges to help you achieve career readiness and personal fulfillment: American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences John P. Burke School of Public Service and Education Malcom Baldrige School of Business School of Arts & Sciences Welcoming Community. Post’s Residential Campus is located in Waterbury, Connecticut, on 58 beautiful acres in the heart of New England. We are proud to offer the programs, athletics, and academic support you would find at an elite school, as well as the dynamic culture and welcoming feel of a tight-knit community. We are also proud to offer many of the same advantages - academic support, learning flexibility, and a welcoming community-online as well. POSITION SUMMARY: The Program Chair provides academic leadership, program oversight, and operational management for the designated program. This role ensures the delivery of a high-quality curriculum, faculty excellence, strong student outcomes, and compliance with institutional and external standards. The Program Chair collaborates with academic leadership, faculty, and university partners to maintain relevant, rigorous, and practice-focused programs. This position is remote-friendly, but the individual is expected to be on campus regularly and be available for on-campus events and special occasions as needed.

Requirements

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS A TERMINAL DEGREE (OR BE IN THE PROCESS OF OBTAINING A TERMINAL DEGREE) IN A RELEVANT ACADEMIC DISCIPLINE, WITH A MINIMUM OF FIVE YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN HIGHER EDUCATION AND/OR RELATED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction and academic leadership for the program.
Lead program development to ensure rigor, relevance, and alignment with institutional standards.
Ensure course outcomes, assessments, and competencies are current, evidence-based and reinforce workforce-ready skills.
Collaborate with faculty and instructional design teams on continuous curriculum enhancements.
Recruit, onboard, review credentials, mentor, and evaluate faculty. Assist with faculty scheduling when needed.
Support faculty in implementing best practices in teaching, assessment, attendance tracking, and student engagement.
Facilitate regular faculty meetings and promote a culture of collaboration, belonging, and academic excellence.
Monitor student progression, attendance, performance, and persistence.
Address academic concerns and collaborate with student services to support student success. For example, the Honors Program, Wellness, Dean of Students, etc.
Lead program evaluation and continuous improvement processes.
Collect, analyze, and report data for accreditation, regulatory, and institutional requirements.
Partner with admissions, advising, marketing, and academic operations to support enrollment growth and program quality.
Represent the program on university committees and academic initiatives, including advisory boards.
Teach courses in the program annually. Familiarize yourself with relevant technology.
Other responsibilities will vary by school based on the College’s strategic focus and initiatives.