(ACT) Chair in the Science & Technology Division

ACT (American College of Thessaloniki), the tertiary division of Anatolia College, seeks a dynamic educator/leader to fill the position of Chair in the Science and Technology Division.

The position is full-time for one year and may be renewable upon agreement of all parties. The successful candidate will directly report to the Academic Dean and have a record of professional experience that demonstrates the ability to undertake the following:

• Develop a mission that supports the particular goals of the Division and ACT's broader goals.

• Build strong relationships with the community.

• Represent the interests of the Science & Technology Division to ACTs administration and outside constituencies.

• Provide a key communication link between the ACT administration and Division faculty.

• Develop partnerships with other universities.

• Promote excellence in teaching, research and service.

• Manage the departmental assessment process and conduct periodic program reviews.

• Manage accreditation & validation reviews.

• Drive program development, evaluation and growth.

• When applicable, manage external grants, special programs and development projects.

• Manage specialized facilities (labs, technical equipment, instruments, etc.).

• Coordinate the Divisions curricula, including the scheduling of courses.

• Hire, evaluate and mentor faculty members.

• Encourage faculty development.

• Assist in new student recruitment.

• Supervise retention of majors.

• Monitor student affairs, including advising and internships.

• Develop and monitor the Division budget.

Position Requirements

• A doctoral Degree in an academic area that relates to the Science and Technology division. Preference will be given to candidates with a background in the broad area of computing.

• Demonstrated record of academic and professional achievement in higher education.

• Demonstrated record of successful leadership and administrative experience.

• Excellent command of the English language and fluency in Greek.

• Excellence in oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Interest and experience in developing partnerships with schools in the US and with the technology community in Greece.

• Demonstrated teaching experience and ability to teach in one of the areas offered by the Science and Technology Division. University-level teaching experience at a US-accredited higher education institution is preferred.

• Published work in peer-reviewed journals and conferences will be considered an advantage.

Application Process

• Letter of interest outlining qualifications for the position.

• Complete Curriculum Vitae

• List of at least 3 professional references, including name, address, title, telephone number, and e-mail.

• NOTE: Degrees from foreign colleges/universities must be recognized by DOATAP, and the successful candidate must be registered in the College Faculty Registry at the Greek Ministry of Education (Μητρώο Διδασκόντων Κολλεγίων) by the time of the appointment.

While applications will be accepted until the position is filled, interested applicants are encouraged to submit their application package in English through our website by March 31, 2024.

Disclaimer: The American College of Thessaloniki has no political, governmental or religious affiliations. ACT values a diverse university community. ACT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, or disability in the recruitment and admissions of its students, in the administration of its educational policies and programs, or its recruitment and employment of its faculty and staff.