Head, Department of Psychology

Oklahoma State University

Head, Department of Psychology

 

The Department of Psychology at Oklahoma State University seeks a dynamic and visionary leader for the position of Department Head.  Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, the Department Head will advance the department’s mission of excellence in research, teaching, and service.

 

The Department Head will provide strategic direction and foster leadership for the unit’s impressive growth in graduate and undergraduate programs. The Department Head will serve as a key contributor, guiding growth and continuing innovation in line with the university and college strategic plans. The successful candidate will have administrative experience, a proven record of fostering academic excellence in research and educational initiatives, a clear commitment to promoting a culture of collaboration within the Department, and an interest in engaging in transdisciplinary initiatives across the OSU system.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Department, including budgetary oversight and resource allocation, maintaining competitive and innovative academic programs, and successfully facilitating faculty recruitment, retention, and development.
• Promote excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, focusing on improving educational outcomes, student success, and workforce readiness.
• Facilitate research, scholarship, and competitive grant funding initiatives by department faculty and students.
• Enhance the Department's visibility and reputation through effective communication with key stakeholders, including college and university-level administrators, unit faculty and staff, students, alums, and donors.
• Support the University's land-grant mission by promoting community and industry partnerships and disseminating knowledge.

 

Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely related field.
• A distinguished record of research, teaching, and service that qualifies for a tenured appointment at the rank of Full professor.
• Demonstrated academic and administrative experience, including leadership, management, and budgetary oversight.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills.

 

How to Apply

Greenwood Asher & Associates is assisting Oklahoma State University in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. All applications received by January 20, 2025, will receive full consideration. Confidential inquiries, nominations and application materials should be directed to Greenwood Asher and Associates. For a full application package, please submit a cover letter and CV. Submission of application materials as PDF attachments is strongly encouraged. The search will be conducted with a commitment of confidentiality for candidates until finalists are selected. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made.

 

Please direct inquiries, nominations and application materials to:

 

Jeremy Duff, Vice President of Executive Search & Search Manager

jeremyduff@greenwoodsearch.com

 

Joe Stanley, Senior Executive Search Consultant & Allied Health Practice Leader

joestanley@greenwoodsearch.com

 

Oklahoma State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit https://eeo.okstate.edu.

 

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