Post University · 2 weeks ago
Program Chair - Data Science
CT, Waterbury, CT, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expSentinel U® is focused on providing personal guidance and support for students' success. The Program Chair provides academic leadership and operational management for the Data Science program, ensuring a high-quality curriculum and faculty excellence while collaborating with academic partners.
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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
Qualification
Required
A terminal degree (or be in the process of obtaining a terminal degree) in a relevant academic discipline
A minimum of five years of experience in higher education and/or related professional experience
College/university-level teaching experience to effectively mentor faculty and support high-quality instruction
Knowledge of industry-specific accreditation standards and practices to ensure programs meet external expectations for academic rigor and professional readiness
Benefits
Medical
Dental
401(k)
Tuition benefits
Company
Post University
Post University is a private, for-profit university in Waterbury, Connecticut, and was founded in 1890.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-12-17Acquired
Leadership Team
S
Sandra G. Affenito
Chief Academic Officer | Provost
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