DEPARTMENT HEAD IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY AT THE CITADEL
The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, Department of Chemistry invites applications for Department Head, a 10-month, tenured faculty position at the rank of Professor, beginning July 1, 2025. Located in beautiful Charleston, South Carolina, The Citadel is a fully accredited, public, comprehensive, co-educational college with a student body of 2400 undergraduate and 900 graduate and professional students and has been recognized as the #1 public Master’s-level University in the South for the last thirteen years according to US News & World Report. The Citadel supports faculty scholarship through internally-funded research, development, and travel grants. The Chemistry Department offers American Chemical Society-approved B.S. degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry as well as a B.A. in Chemistry. The department is comprised of 8 tenure/tenure track faculty, several adjunct instructors, and two staff members. The department is highly committed to undergraduate research for all students. Salary and fringe benefits are competitive.
Position Responsibilities:
As a senior military college, The Citadel has a unique military tradition and a mission to educate and train principled leaders. Working with the Dean of the Swain Family School of Science and Mathematics, the Department Head’s activities include:
Administrative duties and key responsibilities in the areas of faculty development and mentoring; performance evaluations of faculty and staff; program planning and assessment; development and implementation of departmental policies and programs; management of department operations and budgets; and development of stakeholder relationships within and outside the institution.
The Department Head receives additional remuneration for administrative duties performed and is expected to be available for a period totaling at least one month of the summer semester. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in the area of expertise as well as 100 level chemistry courses/laboratories. The normal teaching load for the Department Head is 6 contact hours per week with typical class sizes less than 30 students.
Minimum Qualifications:
An earned doctorate in the areas of biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, or physical chemistry; a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service; credentials commensurate for appointment as a Full Professor of Chemistry; and a record of successful administrative leadership and departmental management. Applicants must be committed to sustaining a robust research program that can engage undergraduate students. Candidates must be dedicated to promoting a culture of safety and should exemplify The Citadel’s core values of honor, duty, and respect.
For consideration, please include with the online application the following items:
- Cover letter addressing the qualifications for the position
- Academic vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness
- Statement of research plans and infrastructure needs
Names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three to five references. Review of applications will begin September 30th 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Holly Bevsek at bevsekh1@citadel.edu or (843)953-7790.
Benefits of Employment at The Citadel
Extensive Health Plans
Great Retirement Options
Tuition Exchange Program
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Discounts
Isle of Palms Beach Club
Swain Family Boat Center
Community Service Opportunities
Read more about our benefits on our HR website
About The Citadel College
The Citadel, also known as The Military College of South Carolina, is a public institution of higher learning located in Charleston, SC. Founded in 1842, The Citadel has a rich history and far-reaching educational reputation. The campus is located near downtown Charleston, close to historic sites and major attractions, and is surrounded by a scenic natural environment. U.S. News & World Report College 2024 Rankings recognize The Citadel as the #1 Public College in the South, for colleges and universities with up to a master's degree, and The Citadel’s School of Engineering as the 23rd best undergraduate engineering program (non-doctoral).
2,300 undergraduate students comprise the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. 1 of 3 cadet graduates earns a military commission. Students may choose from 31 majors and 57minors. An 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides students with a quality education. An additional 1,000 students attend the Graduate College, which includes evening undergraduate and online programs.
