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Design Observer · 1 day ago

Department Head of Media Arts, Design, and Technology (MADT)

Raleigh, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

Design Observer is seeking a Department Head of Media Arts, Design, and Technology (MADT) to provide academic and administrative leadership while fostering collaboration among faculty, students, and staff. The role involves overseeing academic programs, managing departmental budgets, and promoting diversity and inclusion within the college and university.

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Responsibilities

Guide faculty and students in a shared vision; collaborate across disciplines; represent the department on the College Administrative Council and other university bodies; and serve as liaison between department, college, and university

Serve as senior faculty advisor to students; teach approximately six (6) credit hours per year; oversee faculty assignments, annual reviews, and mentorship for reappointment, promotion, and tenure

Manage the B.A. in Design Studies, B.A./M.A. in Media Arts, Design and Technology; oversee curriculum, course scheduling, and long-term academic planning; lead external review processes

Support interdisciplinary initiatives and doctoral programs; advise the Dean on faculty appointments; manage departmental budgets; and assist in alumni relations, fundraising, and donor stewardship

Promote diversity, inclusion, and interdisciplinary collaboration in research, teaching, and engagement across the college and university

Qualification

PhD/Doctoral DegreeAcademic administrative leadershipVisual productionAnimationGame designDevelopmentInteractive data visualizationResearch publication recordEffective teachingProfessional licensureAdvisory boardsExtramural funding experienceProgram accreditation experienceCommunication skills