Job Description

About the Position:
Department Chair, Department of Chemical, Biochemical and Environmental Engineering

College of Engineering and Information Technology

University of Maryland, Baltimore County

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair of the Department of Chemical, Biochemical and Environmental Engineering.

UMBC is a nationally recognized public research university distinguished by inclusive excellence, innovative teaching, a strong commitment to student success, and research that addresses complex societal challenges. The College of Engineering and Information Technology (COEIT) seeks a collaborative and visionary leader to guide the department's next phase of growth and impact in research, education, and public-impact engagement.

The Department Chair serves as the chief academic and administrative officer of the department and reports directly to the Dean of COEIT. The Chair is responsible for advancing the department's educational, research, and outreach missions while serving as a member of the College's leadership team.

The successful candidate will join the department and college during an exciting period of strategic planning and growth. Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, industry partners, and university leadership, the Chair will help shape the future of engineering education, research, innovation, and public impact at UMBC.

Major Responsibilities

The Chair will:

Provide strategic leadership and long-range planning for the department.

Support faculty recruitment, retention, development, and success.

Strengthen undergraduate and graduate education.

Foster research growth, scholarly excellence, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Advance student success, belonging, and professional preparation.

Manage departmental resources, facilities, personnel, and operations.

Develop relationships with alumni, industry, government, and community partners.

Contribute actively to college-wide strategy and leadership initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Earned doctorate in an appropriate discipline.

Qualifications for appointment with tenure at the rank of Professor at UMBC.

Record of excellence in research, teaching, and service.

Demonstrated leadership experience in academic, research, administrative, professional, or other organizational settings.

Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting faculty development and student success.

Experience with strategic planning, budgeting, accreditation, or program assessment.

Experience leading research initiatives or interdisciplinary collaborations.

Experience building partnerships with industry, government, alumni, or community organizations.