Kennesaw State University is seeking a tenured Professor and Chair of the Department of Software Engineering and Game Development to provide dynamic leadership, boost the department's reputation, and promote academic excellence.
Requirements
- A terminal degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Game Design and Development, Human-Computer Design and Development, Computing or a related discipline
- Demonstrated strong commitment to the Computing disciplines and a substantive record of scholarship and Computing research leading to the procurement of external funding
- Evidence of effective leadership experience
- Working knowledge of ABET accreditation (preferred)
- Ability to successfully develop and implement a strategic vision (preferred)
- Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with external business and professional communities, Advisory Board, and funding agencies (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Provide dynamic, effective leadership to the Department of Software Engineering and Game Development (SWEGD)
- Boost the department's reputation and visibility, locally and nationally
- Promote academic excellence, foster a strong research environment, and the procurement of external funding
- Mentor and advise faculty and students, enhancing research activities and academic achievements
- Ensure the effective and efficient offering of college-wide courses
- Improve Student Success in the First Year Experience Program
- Strategically manage enrollment growth and program development in the Department of Software Engineering and Game Development
Other
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to work productively with faculty and students
- Experience mentoring and advising early career faculty, undergraduate and graduate students in research activities
- Ability to advocate for the Department of Software Engineering and Game Development faculty and programs
- Commitment to the University System of Georgia's core values of integrity, excellence, accountability, and respect
