The Case School of Engineering (CSE) and the School of Medicine (SOM) at Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) invite applications for the position of chair of the Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) reporting to the deans of both schools. The new BME Chair will lead the department, collaborating closely with the leadership, faculty, and staff of both schools to further the department's trajectory. The position is anticipated to start in January 2026.
The institution seeks a leader with the vision necessary for developing and strengthening an innovative department that integrates biomedical engineering research and collaboration among university departments as well as affiliate hospital programs. In addition, the department has exceptional undergraduate and graduate programs that provide high-quality interdisciplinary training. The new chair will be supported by an endowed professorship.
The unified campus at CWRU encourages and facilitates collaborative interactions among researchers in the Schools of Medicine, Engineering, Nursing, Dentistry, and the College of Arts and Sciences as well as with other leading medical research organizations including the Cleveland Clinic, University Hospital, Louise Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center, and MetroHealth. The new chair will be expected to lead the department's research and teaching programs and to draw on diverse regional and national resources and opportunities to catalyze new enterprises with faculty at affiliated hospitals.
The department aims to move research from the lab to the patient through the Case-Coulter Translational Research Partnership, a national center dedicated to technology translation and commercialization. Research missions are supported by excellent core facilities and research centers that incorporate a broad spectrum of basic science and clinical research.
The department is comprised of thirty-five primary faculty and numerous research and associated faculty along with research and administrative staff. Together, this team helps to lead BME curricular innovation and provide cutting-edge research opportunities and hands-on translational research to undergraduate, Master's, and doctoral students.
Appointment as a Professor of Biomedical Engineering with tenure is anticipated and requires evidence of (i) leadership of a productive research program recognized at the national and international level; (ii) a consistent record of excellence in teaching, program development, student mentoring, and the continued development of young researchers; (iii) a major and recognized leadership role in key school, university and professional committees or initiatives. More information on standards for tenure can be viewed in the bylaws of the Case School of Engineering and School of Medicine. Biomedical engineering faculty members are designated at the time of initial appointment as being principally based in the School of Medicine or the Case School of Engineering. The principal designation will determine which School's pre-tenure period and which School's process and qualifications and standards for appointment, promotion, and award of tenure shall govern the appointment. In other respects, faculty in the department shall enjoy the rights and privileges and duties and responsibilities of faculty in both Schools.
The capacity for imaginative programming and a vigorous collaborative spirit are also essential characteristics.
Applicants for this position must have a Ph.D. degree with a distinguished record of scientific achievement and expertise in the education and mentorship of both students and faculty, along with a strong record of ethical behavior. The role encompasses leadership skills, along with administrative duties, including budgeting, personnel mentoring and management, policy compliance, guiding difficult conversations, and facilitating synergistic collaboration that cultivates and sustains a thriving environment.
$54k-89k yearly est. 40d ago
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Chair, Nursing
Owens Community College 4.0
Perrysburg, OH
Serves as the Associate Nursing Program Administrator as defined by the Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN). Collaborates with the Nursing Program Administrator to ensure compliance with all approval and accreditation related activities and responsibilities.
Essential Functions:
CURRICULUM and ASSESSMENT:
* Provide leadership to both full-time and adjunct faculty for developing, reviewing, and evaluating program mission and vision, goals and objectives, and curricula for all program(s) and certificates(s).
* Collaborate with faculty to keep the curriculum current by assessing professional expectations, meeting approval/accrediting body standards, and consulting with advisory committees. Ensure the implementation of interprofessional education content and activities.
* Complete the process for submission of course and program changes to the Curriculum Committee and the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
* Ensure compliance with TAG, CTAG, and OTM requirements of all courses housed within the program(s) or certificate(s).
* Provide leadership and collaborate with the faculty in the assessment of student learning including determining student learning outcomes, choosing appropriate measures, setting benchmarks, and collecting of assessment data.
* Attend end-of-semester round tables or course meetings to ensure analysis of assessment data, development of action plans, the analysis of previously implemented action plans, and the evaluation of the effectiveness of the assessment plan.
* Submit an Assessment of Student Learning Report which meets approval/accrediting body and college standards.
* Maintain a historical and current file of curricular and program documents as required by the college and accrediting and/or approval agencies. Submit a properly labeled syllabus for each course section listed on the master schedule to The Records Office for records retention.
* Provide leadership in textbook selection for courses in the program(s) and certificate(s) and ensure all course materials are made available to students by the first day of class.
* Recommend library purchases supportive of program curricula.
* Advise Registrar on program specific course transfer from other institutions.
FACULTY:
* Support and supervise faculty within the program(s) and certificate(s). Collaborate with faculty to develop short and long-term plans and goals for continuous quality improvement.
* Collaborate with full time and adjunct faculty to complete performance appraisals. Deliver timely and honest feedback in a constructive and non-threatening way. Conduct regular coaching sessions focusing on successes and areas where there is need for improvement.
* Collaborate with, and seek input from, faculty to meet the needs of the students, program(s), certificate(s), school, college, and community.
* Perform necessary functions related to hiring full time faculty and recommend to the assistant dean the top candidates for consideration.
* Recruit new adjunct faculty. Maintain, and review annually, a qualified and sufficient adjunct pool.
* Work with Human Resources in arranging for employee orientation of new hires.
* Provide oversight and approval for faculty compensation for each teaching assignment. Coordinate with other academic administrators for those full time and adjunct instructors that teach across various disciplines.
* Arrange for substitute instructors and prepare necessary documents related to compensation for substitute teaching.
* Ensure that faculty are managing general contractual responsibilities such as posting schedules, submitting syllabi, reporting attendance, reporting grades, etc. by designated deadlines.
* Communicate opportunities for leadership to faculty to enhance their development and service to the college.
STUDENTS:
* Provide support, guidance and assistance to students as needed.
* Meet with students to handle issues related to courses housed within the program(s) and certificate(s). Refer problems to the appropriate individuals and offices as needed.
* Participate in academic advising.
COLLEGE ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:
* Serve as the administrative leader (academic chair) of the program(s) and certificate(s) within the specific health discipline.
* Meet regularly with the school administrative team and participate in continuous quality improvement activities always bringing a point of view and general opinion to each task.
* Consistently set and meet challenging goals. Structure the workflow to ensure efficient, cost effective operations. Stay up to date with trends and developments relevant to higher education, the chair's health discipline, and Interprofessional Education.
* Cooperate with the Records Office to develop and manage the semester schedule of classes for program(s) and certificate(s) consistent with enrollment management plans and strategies.
* Cooperate with Student Services in selected aspects of admission, advising, counseling, and student conduct. Utilize disability services, counseling services, and career services to support student success and accomplishment of academic goals.
* Cooperate with the Office of Marketing and Communications to develop printed program and certificate materials, maintain current and relevant information on the college website, and recruit students.
* Cooperate with the Business Affairs Office to develop the budget. Responsibly manage the approved budget. Review course and laboratory fees to ensure the program can meet current and future costs. Recommend equipment replacement to the assistant dean.
* Cooperate with Workforce and Community Services on course offering opportunities.
* Initiate communication with four-year colleges and recommend articulation agreements.
* Establish an effective advisory committee and facilitate a minimum of two meetings each academic year. Utilize the meetings to gather information and strategically make decisions to ensure program(s) and certificate(s) continually meet the needs of the community.
* Schedule and facilitate faculty meetings on a regular basis. Utilize the meetings to analyze information and strategically make decisions for continued growth and/or improvement.
* Participate in professional organizations and promote professional growth and professional organization participation among full time and adjunct faculty.
* Prepare Program Review and Evaluation and other reports as required.
* Other related duties as assigned.
COLLEGE SERVICE:
* Participate on college, school, and program committees and councils.
* Participate on community committees and organizations and represent the college to community stakeholders developing strong, positive working relationships within the college's service district.
ACCREDITATION and APPROVAL:
* Serve as the Associate Nursing Program Administrator as defined by the Ohio Board of Nursing. Collaborate with the Nursing Program Administrator to ensure compliance with all Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) standards and Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN) law and rules.
Other Characteristics:
* This individual will bring a positive outlook to every situation, treat all others with respect, kindness, and be eager to assist others.
* Must strive to build strong, positive working relationships with peers, supervisors, and others by listening carefully, asking questions and striving to understand.
* Will represent their program(s), certificate(s), school, and the college as an academic professional in appearance, communication, and behavior.
* This individual will work well as a member of an innovative, effective, and efficient team always looking toward continuous quality improvement and will consistently set and achieve goals in the stated time frame. • They must take responsibility for their actions, and demonstrate trustworthiness, honesty, and high personal standards.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
* Workable understanding of leadership theory to create an environment that fosters trust and eliminates fear.
* Knowledge of programmatic accreditation and the need to continually maintain compliance with standards, including assessment activities.
* Proficient in curriculum development and delivery to ensure students are fully prepared for success on the credentialing exam and in professional practice.
* Knowledge of pedagogy and learning styles and the ability to apply best practices to teaching and learning.
* Practice effective and efficient communication with students, faculty, adjuncts, peers, student services and all other college departments.
* Work as a team member and follow college approved processes to ensure compliance with Policy.
* Create a positive environment and support the success of team members and peers.
* Take on additional duties when asked.
* Make valued contributions and confidently shares thoughts and ideas.
* Make the best use of available resources to achieve goals.
* Seek out, encourage, and support opportunities for direct reports' professional development and provide opportunity to implement.
* Seek out and attend professional development related to the position, then share and implement.
* Model desired behaviors of: professionalism, consistency, courtesy, respect, dedication, and engagement.
* Must be a self-starter, highly organized, energetic and able to work well under pressure.
* Must be able to multi-task, complete projects/reports/processes in a timely manner.
* Must possess a controlled demeanor when dealing with conflict.
* Dedicated to a leadership style which promotes the best practices of supervisory excellence.
Minimum Education/Experience:
* Bachelor's degree with completion of master's degree in nursing within 3 years.
* Meeting all qualifications as outlined by the Ohio Board of Nursing to fill the role of Associate Nursing Administrator within 5 years.
* Experience for at least two years in the practice of nursing as a registered nurse.
* Preferably worked two years as a faculty member in a registered nursing education program.
* Registered nursing license in Ohio or a multistate compact license.
* This position will cover both our Toledo and Findlay Campuses, travel will be required between the two.
Compensation:
Salary negotiable for highly qualified candidates based on higher education experience, nursing experience, and education level.
Job Classification:
Staff
Duty Days:
260 Days
Work Schedule:
40 hours per week on campus; generally, M - F, 8a - 12p & 1p - 5p. Additional hours as needed to assist students, support faculty, and complete necessary tasks and projects. Additional teaching outside the normal work schedule, for additional compensation, is at the discretion of the employee with supervisor approval.
Grant Funded Position:
No - Not Grant Funded
FLSA Status:
United States of America (Exempt)
Pay Basis:
Salary
Hiring Range
$71,928.00-$80,892.00
Retirement System:
STRS - STRS (Retirement System Classification)
$71.9k-80.9k yearly 60d+ ago
Chair & Professor
Cleveland State University 4.4
Cleveland, OH
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering in the Washkewicz College of Engineering at Cleveland State University (CSU) invites applications for appointment as Chair and Professor of the Department beginning July 1, 2026. The Department is searching for a forward-thinking leader capable of cementing and further enhancing its stature as an authority in research, scholarship, and education. As a key member of the Washkewicz College of Engineering (WCE) leadership team, the Chair will champion the department's interests to the university leadership and external partners, while providing strong guidance in fulfilling and executing its mission. The ideal candidate will support all the department's subdisciplines and promote excellence in research, teaching, mentorship, and service; deepen relationships within and beyond the university; encourage innovation and industry engagement across all disciplines; drive the expansion of both undergraduate and graduate programs; and nurture a culture of collaboration and mutual support within the department.
Birthplace to the Order of the Engineer, the Washkewicz College of Engineering (WCE) is home to 6 departments and several distinct undergraduate and graduate programs. The Civil and Environmental Engineering department's areas include Structural Engineering and Materials, Construction Engineering and Management, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Water Resources Engineering, and Transportation Engineering. Notably, the department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at CSU houses two undergraduate programs - a well-established Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering program (BSCE) that started with the launch of WCE as Fenn College in 1923 and graduated generations of capable professionals in the field; and a very promising new Bachelor of Science in Construction Management (BSCM) that was industry demanded and funded in 2024.
The new Bachelor's in Science program in Construction Management was launched with a Digital Construction focus that integrates cutting-edge techniques and technologies such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), automation and modular construction, and data analytics to prepare students for the future of the industry. In addition, to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering offered within the department, the Washkewicz College of Engineering is planning an expansion of our offerings with a proposed multidisciplinary master's in Program and Project Management, designed to develop industry leaders who can navigate complex, large-scale capital projects. The establishment of the dynamic academic program in Construction and Project Management were done in tandem with an industry focused Project Delivery Institute that works synergistically with local and national industry partners to bridge the industry academic gap and transfer knowledge via well-established collaborative platforms to enhance the precompetitive collaboration in capital intensive projects.
More information about the college, department and programs can be found here:
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Cleveland is home to an ever-growing job market, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, world-class museums and art institutions and a thriving culinary scene. From Fortune 500 companies and prestigious healthcare institutions to booming manufacturing companies, Cleveland offers a robust job market for professionals looking to grow in their careers. Major infrastructure master planning for the region includes the Riverfront, the Lakefront, the new Cleveland Browns Stadium and surrounding mixed use development, and the revitalization of the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. For more information about Cleveland and Northeast Ohio.
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CSU is committed to academic excellence and diversity within its faculty, staff, and student body in all dimensions. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student-focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all.
Minimum Qualifications
* Ph.D. degree, with at least one degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a closely related field;
* Professional qualifications and experience should be consistent with the requirements for appointment at the rank of Full Professor with tenure.
Preferred Qualifications
* Recognized intellectual leadership and administrative skills in an academic/university environment or equivalent;
* Demonstrated commitment to research, service, outreach, and mentorship;
* Experience starting and growing undergraduate and graduate programs;
* Demonstrated experience with accreditation;
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively;
* Demonstrated ability for multidisciplinary collaboration;
* Demonstrated experience in inspiring faculty;
* Demonstrated Experience with financial administration and fund-raising in an academic setting;
* Demonstrated ability to strengthen and grow internal and external partnerships;
* National or international recognition for scholarly, professional, or leadership contributions in ASCE, ASEE and a closely related organizations.
$98k-204k yearly est. 31d ago
Albert A. Levin Endowed Chair and Assoc/Full Professor
Cleveland State University 4.4
Cleveland, OH
The Maxine Goodman Levin School of Urban Affairs seeks a dynamic and visionary faculty member to serve as the Albert A. Levin Chair in Urban Studies. This is a tenured faculty position that begins August 17, 2026. The School prefers a senior scholar who can be appointed at the rank of full Professor but will consider candidates who qualify for the rank of Associate Professor.
The Albert A. Levin Chair is an endowed professorship in urban studies and public service. In addition to contributing to the Levin School through teaching, research, and service, the Albert A. Levin Chair is expected to engage with the Cleveland and greater Northeast Ohio community in thought leadership, community engagement, and impact. The Chair must have a national reputation for research in their field of expertise within urban public affairs.
The Levin School of Urban Affairs is ranked among the top urban affairs schools in the nation, including #4 in urban policy and #12 in local government. The school is an interdisciplinary home for scholarship and community-engaged research that advances urban innovation and transformation. The school offers four master's degrees including the fully accredited Master of Public Administration and Master of Urban Planning and Development, along with a Master of Nonprofit Administration and Master of Science in Urban Studies. We also have a Ph.D. in Urban Studies & Public Affairs and six undergraduate majors in community planning, environmental studies, nonprofit administration, organizational leadership, public policy and management, and public safety management.
The Levin School is housed within the Levin College of Public Affairs and Education, which also includes the School of Education & Counseling, the School of Communication, and the Department of Criminology and Sociology. The Levin College is also home to several research and career enhancement centers such as the Center for Economic Development, the Energy Policy Center, and the Center for Public and Nonprofit Management. This dynamic environment provides opportunities for interdisciplinary, applied, and engaged research and teaching.
Successful candidates will ideally contribute to one of our priority areas of expertise including community development, urban real estate development, environmental planning and policy, sustainability, and/or data science and applications of AI in urban research and practice; although all fields related to urban policy, public administration, and urban planning will be considered.
The Albert A. Levin Chair will report to the Director of the Levin School. In partnership with the Director, the Albert A. Levin Chair will also engage and collaborate with the school's Advisory Committee and numerous active partners, including members of the Greater Cleveland community and professionals from Northeast Ohio's public administration, nonprofit, and urban planning fields. The Albert A. Levin Chair holds a renewable five-year appointment.
CSU aspires to be a national leader in social and economic mobility. We will be a great place to learn and work. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all.
Minimum Qualifications
* Ph.D. in Public Administration, Public Policy, Urban Planning, Urban Studies, or a closely related field;
* A record suitable for tenure and rank at Associate Professor or full Professor;
* Strong record of:
* Public-facing, community engaged scholarship;
* Nationally- and/or internationally-recognized extensive experience in urban public affairs;
* Applied and impact-driven research with relevance to Greater Cleveland;
* Well-versed in a broad spectrum of urban issues facing contemporary cities; and
* Excellent communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
* Ability to be hired at rank of full Professor;
* Familiarity with urban affairs issues relevant to Cleveland and Northeast Ohio;
* Ability to contribute expertise in community development, urban real estate development, environmental planning and policy, sustainability, and/or data science and applications of AI in urban research and practice;
* Track record of high-quality teaching;
* Experience with developing, maintaining, and expanding relationships with community partners;
* Familiarity with management of funds to advance impact-driven public scholarship; and
* Experience in mentorship.