Chair, Department of Health Behavior, Policy, & Management

Chair, Department of Health Behavior, Policy, & Management

About the Company

Noteworthy public research university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1930

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Education
• College of William & Mary
• Community Colleges
• Fraternities
• Higher Education
• Norfolk
• Old Dominion University
• Roanoke
• Virginia

About the Role

The Company is seeking an inaugural Chair for the Department of Health Behavior, Policy, and Management. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader, responsible for the strategic direction of the department's education, research, and service activities. This role demands a nationally recognized scholar with a strong record in research, external funding, graduate education, and faculty development in relevant fields. The Chair will be expected to lead the department in a manner that is in line with the strategic goals of the School and the University, fostering a culture of academic excellence, and ensuring the department's impact on public health. Applicants for the Chair position should have a proven track record in leading academic programs, managing faculty and resources, and promoting interdisciplinary partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a background in health behavior, health promotion, health policy, health management, health services research, or a related field, and will be committed to supporting student success, faculty achievement, and community engagement. The role requires a strategic vision for enhancing the department's academic and research profile, with a focus on addressing complex health challenges and promoting innovative, effective management strategies. The Chair will also be responsible for upholding the values of the institution, including a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of the department's activities.

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration