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Tennessee Tech University

Location: CookevilleTN 38505 Document ID: AD023-0EKD Posted on: 2019-07-2507/25/2019 Job Type: Full-time

Job Schedule:Full-time
2019-08-24
 

Director

Position Information

Position Information

Position Number 021090
Working Title Director of Water Center
Job Title Director
Job Type Full-Time
Department Water Center
Job Purpose
Provide long-term vision and leadership for the Center for the Management, Utilization and Protection of Water Resources (known as the Water Center) research mission, oversee scholarly, intellectual, and educational activities of the Center, as well as administrative management of the staff and Center budget.

Essential Functions
Provide leadership to maintain and strengthen the Center's research program, and to guide its strategic planning and direction. Lead a productive externally funded research program within his/her research expertise. Perform administrative duties related to the Center's research and development projects, manage the budget, and supervise and evaluate the performance of Center staff. Assist or work in collaboration with faculty members, other Centers, University Departments and University Office of Research in developing externally-funded projects. Develop, implement, and sustain the Center's strategic alliances and partnerships with relevant research organizations, universities and governmental agencies. Facilitate and maintain the Center's advisory board. Represent the Center and Tennessee Tech University to the public, key stakeholders, academic and industry partners, and state and federal entities.

Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate from an accredited institution in civil and environmental or chemical engineering, environmental sciences, biology or a related area. Five years of experience managing or leading a research program in academia or industry in aquatic biology/ecology, hydrology, water quality, water/wastewater treatment and sustainability or other water-related field. Recognized scholarly achievements as measured by high-impact peer reviewed journal publications, and a proven track record of externally-funded research.

Preferred Qualifications
Proven ability to assemble successful research teams and commitment to working collaboratively with people from different disciplines, including biology, engineering, chemistry and earth sciences, and can advance the current Center research focus areas. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, administrators of the University and external constituents. Participation and leadership in professional societies.

Work Hours
Typical hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Additional hours if/when needed.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Commensurate with education and experience; Administrative Pay Grade AD53.
Benefits Information
The University offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.

Posting Details

Posting Date 01/15/2019
Screening Date 03/30/2019
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to electronically upload a cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae, statement of interest that describes the applicant's vision for the Water Center and addresses the required and preferred qualifications, statement of research, up to three representative journal articles (co-) authored by the applicant, and names and email address for five references. References will be contacted via email to provide a reference letter. Official transcripts required upon hire. Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered. Any email inquiries and further questions about the position should be sent to Dr. Tania Datta, Search Committee Chair at tdatta@tntech.edu.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Statement of Interest
  4. Statement of Research
  5. Publication(s)
Optional Documents
  1. Other Documents
  2. Other Documents 2

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Do you have or will you have by start date, an earned doctorate from an accredited institution in civil and environmental or chemical engineering, environmental sciences, biology or a related area?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have at least five years of experience managing or leading a research program in academia or industry in aquatic biology/ecology, hydrology, water quality, water/wastewater treatment and sustainability or other water-related field?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you have recognized scholarly achievements as measured by high-impact peer reviewed journal publications, and a proven track record of externally-funded research?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * How did you hear about this job opportunity?
    (Open Ended Question)


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