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Abilene Christian University - Founding Director of Nuclear Science and Engineer

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Abilene Christian UniversityFounding Director of Nuclear Science and Engineering Graduate Program

Academic Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist Abilene Christian University in its search for Founding Director of Nuclear Science and Engineering Graduate Program.

A tremendous opportunity awaits an accomplished educator and researcher to shape the future of the Nuclear Science and Engineering graduate program at Abilene Christian University (ACU). The director of the Nuclear Science and Engineering graduate program will spearhead program development and management, leveraging the ABET-accredited engineering program and long-standing physics and chemistry programs with a strong history in nuclear physics. ACU is already at the forefront of research and innovation and nationally recognized for its rigorous academic excellence and extensive opportunities for unique student experiences in scholarship and service.

The director may choose to contribute to the Nuclear Energy eXperimental Testing (NEXT) lab as a NEXT lab senior researcher, joining a highly motivated team and working alongside faculty, staff, and students at ACU. NEXT is part of the Natural Resources Research Alliance along with Georgia Institute of Technology, Texas A&M University, and The University of Texas at Austin, and is working to build a molten salt research reactor in the new $23 million Science and Engineering Research Center on campus. These efforts are supported by $30.5 million in sponsored research agreements.

This position reports to the dean of the Onstead College of Science and Engineering.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to collaborate across organizations within and external to the university to develop programs and curriculum.Ability to manage a productive research group.Ability to recruit faculty and students to the program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A Ph.D. in nuclear science, engineering, or a closely related field.Experience building curriculum for nuclear science and engineering programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in academic departmental leadership.Experience building curriculum for graduate nuclear science and engineering programs.

About the Institution

Founded in 1906, Abilene Christian University (ACU) is one of the largest private institutions in the Southwest with a student population of 6,219. ACU has two campuses. The main campus is located in Abilene, TX and their branch campus, which is the hub for the university's online programs, is in Dallas. ACU has six academic colleges offering more than 79 majors, 164 areas of study, and 12 accelerated degree programs. ACU is nationally recognized for student academic programs and experiences.

About the College

The Robert and Kay Onstead College of Science and Engineering (OCSE) is at the forefront of discovery and innovation. The college has five departments: Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Engineering and Physics, and Mathematics.

Living in the Area

Abilene is a city with a population of over 125,000 located in West Central Texas approximately 150 miles west of Fort Worth. The city offers plenty of activities for all ages including museums, parks, theaters, and shopping centers. Abilene is one of the best places to live in Texas offering residents an affordable and sparse suburban feel, with a cost of living 19.8% lower than the national average.

To Apply

Please apply through the application link and do not email applications. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and should include a cover letter and curriculum vita. All applications are treated confidentially.

All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.

ACU's EEO StatementACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.#J-18808-Ljbffr