CHEManager International · 1 day ago
Professor and Chair - Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering (MME)
Albany, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveThe University at Albany is seeking a visionary leader to serve as the founding Chair of the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering. This role involves providing academic, administrative, and strategic leadership, focusing on faculty recruitment, program development, and fostering partnerships with industry.
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Responsibilities
Lead the department in strategic planning, curriculum development, accreditation (e.g., ABET), and program assessment
Support and promote faculty research, teaching, and professional development
Recruit, mentor, and retain a diverse and high-performing faculty and staff
Oversee departmental operations, including budgeting, scheduling, and personnel evaluations
Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and academic excellence
Strengthen external partnerships with industry, government, and alumni to support research, internships, and fundraising
Advocate for the department within the college, the university, and externally
Ensure compliance with university, SUNY, and accreditation policies and procedures
Teach courses in mechanical engineering, mechatronic engineering, or mechanical design
Lead and manage direct reports/team providing guidance, support, and performance feedback to assure goals, programs, activities, and personnel practices are consistent with and contribute to the University's mission. Lead employees for maximum performance and dedication, fostering a positive and productive work environment. Complete performance management feedback and goals timely and per requirements, offering constructive feedback and developing improvement plans
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related area degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or an internationally recognized accrediting organization
A record of teaching, research, and service that meets the criteria for a tenured faculty appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor
Demonstrated administrative or academic leadership experience, such as leading a department, research center, or academic committee
A strong record of scholarly publications
A record of research funding
Experience mentoring graduate students
Evidence of effective undergraduate and graduate teaching, including curriculum development and assessment
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence in education and hiring practices
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role
Preferred
Experience with launching new academic programs, particularly in mechanical, mechatronics, robotics, or automation engineering
Familiarity with ABET accreditation processes, including outcomes-based assessment and continuous improvement
Experience in strategic planning, budget management, and resource allocation
Proven ability to foster industry partnerships, interdisciplinary research, or joint academic initiatives
Experience with external fundraising, alumni engagement, or developing grants and contracts with public/private entities
Experience with faculty recruitment, evaluation, and mentoring, especially in a diverse and multidisciplinary environment
Company
CHEManager International
Wiley’s leading media brand providing first-hand information on the global chemical, life science and process industries
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase