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Colorado State University Professor & Head, Department of Agricultural Biology in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posting Detail Information
Working TitleProfessor & Head, Department of Agricultural Biology
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Posting Number202400346F
Proposed Annual Salary Range$215,000 - $250,000 plus comprehensive benefits package. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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Position TypeFaculty
Work Hours/Week40
Description of Work Unit
The Department of Agricultural Biology is committed to excellence in the creation and dissemination of knowledge about plants, insects, and microbes. Agricultural Biology focuses its teaching, research, and outreach missions in four program areas: 1) Genomics and Molecular Biology, 2) Ecology and Biodiversity, 3) Biology and Management of Invasive Species, and 4) Integrated Pest Management. Being interdisciplinary in nature, Agricultural Biology values cooperative and collaborative efforts within departmental teams, other research teams within the University, and external partners (e.g., public land agencies, crop grower associations, private landowners, industry, and others).
The Department has 23 faculty, three administrative staff, 66 graduate students, and 55 undergraduate students.
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The Department of Agricultural Biology encompasses the disciplines of entomology, plant pathology, and weed science – thus providing unique opportunities to address critical issues that cut across disciplines. Being interdisciplinary in nature, Agricultural Biology values cooperative and collaborative efforts with departmental teams, other research teams in the University, and external partners. We also value our national and international collaborations.
Tenure/Tenure Track?Yes
% Research0
% Teaching0
% Service0
% Administration100
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on01/15/2025
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date07/01/2025
Position End Date
Position Summary
We seek an engaged, innovative, and visionary leader and accomplished scientist to catalyze new initiatives and collaborations, identify strategic priorities, and provide leadership in research, scholarship, education, and outreach/extension. Opportunities exist for the successful candidate to continue an active role in research, teaching and/or engagement. The exact position appointment is negotiable within the range of 70-90% for leadership/administration and 10-30% in research, teaching, and/or engagement.
The person in this 12-month, full-time tenured faculty position will represent and advocate for the Department to internal and external constituencies, as well as the CSU administration. A successful candidate will be poised to engage students, faculty, staff, and alumni to strengthen initiatives within and outside the Department, CSU Extension, the College of Agricultural Sciences, and local and regional campuses and field stations. Further, they will take a leadership role in developing and maintaining the department’s strategic plan, giving performance reviews of faculty and administrative staff, and creating and managing the department’s budget. This person will work with a range of constituencies, including faculty, students, other departments and colleges, and external partners to foster a strategic and innovative program. Important goals of the new Head include preserving and enhancing the stature and reputation of the Department in research, teaching, outreach, and diversity.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Travel
Required Job Qualifications
PhD or equivalent degree in the life sciences from an accredited institution.
Sustained record of scholarship (teaching, research, and/or engagement) commensurate with rank of full professor
Experience in leading and managing people and resources to maintain scholarly programs in teaching, research, and/or engagement
Personal and professional commitment to CSU’s Principles of Community (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/principles-of-community) and demonstrated ability to advance the College’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in agriculture (https://agsci.colostate.edu/about/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/) as demonstrated by activities in teaching, research, and engagement.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to administer a complex organization with transparency, equity, and fiscal responsibility
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a strategic vision through a collaborative and inclusive process for all faculty, staff and students
Demonstrated ability to promote a highly collaborative environment
Demonstrated ability to support and mentor faculty and staff throughout their careers
Demonstrated ability to be a strong communicator and advocate for the department
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but for full consideration, please provide the requested application materials no later than January 15, 2025. Materials include:
Cover letter: no more than two pages to summarize motivation and qualifications to perform essential job duties
Curriculum Vitae
Leadership Statement: no more than three pages to include leadership philosophy, vision for the department, and commitment to and plans to enhance Principles of Communityhttps://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/principles-of-community
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Search ContactChris Pires, chris.pires@colostate.edu
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategoryLeadership and Administration
Duty/Responsibility
Leadership
Create a shared vision, catalyze new initiatives and collaborations, identify strategic priorities, and provide leadership in teaching, research, and/or engagement.
Build and support capacity for an interactive environment and climate for teaching, research, and engagement.
Strengthen undergraduate and graduate student success with exceptional student engagement.
Administration
Represent and advocate for the Department.
Lead the development and maintenance of the department’s strategic plan in alignment with the strategic goals of the college and university and the development and administration of the department’s budget.
Work collaboratively with a broad range of constituencies, including faculty, other departments and colleges, and external partners to foster a program that is both strategic and innovative.
Steward department resources and budget effectively and equitably.
Manage faculty and staff members with clear expectations of job duties and performance metrics; development of and involvement in faculty and staff mentorship; and commitment to a positive work environment and conflict resolution.
Oversee facilities, including finding creative avenues for renovating existing space and constructing new space.
Percentage Of Time70 to 90
Job Duty CategoryResearch, Teaching and Engagement
Duty/Responsibility
- Contribute to the department’s mission of research, teaching, and/or engagement
Percentage Of Time10 to 30
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Other
Optional Documents