School Head: Professor Rank and Open Specialty

Description The Boone Pickens School of Geology at Oklahoma State University invites applications for a full professor position as School Head to begin July 1, 2025. The Boone Pickens School of Geology is a key contributor to the university’s mission, offering robust programs that prepare students for successful careers in industry, government, and academia while supporting a varied and competitive research mission. The specialty for this position is open but should align with the School’s strengths in energy, environment, and sustainability.

The successful candidate will be an experienced, dynamic and visionary leader with a proven track record in academic administration, research, and teaching. The School Head is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the School’s mission, articulating a strategic vision for the School that aligns with the college and university’s mission as the preeminent, land-grant, R-1 institution. The Head manages the day-to-day operations of the School, including resource allocation, oversight of faculty development, support of the research enterprise of the School, and review of curriculum and program development with a focus on student success.

In addition to supporting the administrative staff and faculty, whose specialties span the geosciences and represent core strengths in disciplines relating to energy, environment, and sustainability, the new School Head will be expected to continue the history of strong relations with alumni, industry partners, and governmental agencies that currently engage with the School on a regular basis. We are seeking an individual who has demonstrated the ability to maintain a vigorous, innovative, externally funded research program, has contributed to undergraduate and graduate teaching excellence, and has experience supervising MS and PhD students. Candidates will be expected to support the learning needs of all students.

The School has state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with analytical instruments and computer hardware and software to facilitate teaching and research in the School’s areas of specialization. The School has a wealth of equipment for field and laboratory acquisition of geological and geophysical data. The School also hosts the Devon 3D Visualization Laboratory, the Gary F. Stewart Core Research Facility, and operates the Les Huston field camp near Cañon City, Colorado.

Qualifications The Boone Pickens School of Geology at Oklahoma State University invites applications for a full professor position as School Head with open specialty. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025. The successful applicant must have a Ph.D. in the geosciences (Geology, EarthSciences, or a closely related field) with a distinguished record of research, teaching and service that qualifies for a tenured appointment at the rank of Full professor. The specialty for this position is open but should align with departmental strengths in energy, environment, and sustainability. Demonstrated experience in academic leadership with a strong record of accomplishment is preferred. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders are essential. The ability to bring together stakeholders from across the School’s constituencies and foster transdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the School will be key to success.

About the Institution Oklahoma State University is a Carnegie Tier 1 research university, and the flagship campus of the OSU system is located in Stillwater, Oklahoma. The university has excellent facilities for research and instruction, including a high-performance computing center. Stillwater, Oklahoma, rated one of the friendliest college towns in the nation, is a pleasant city with multiple parks, museums, and a growing arts and music scene. The town offers an exceptionally high quality of life—a thriving college community with a low cost of living.

Stillwater is well served by a local airport, providing convenient worldwide connections through Dallas-Fort Worth. Two major metropolitan areas (Tulsa and Oklahoma City) offer additional shopping, dining, and cultural activities and are located about an hour from Stillwater. Stillwater public schools are rated among the best in Oklahoma.

Application Instructions Candidates should submit the following materials via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/154024

1. A cover letter outlining their qualifications and vision for the department
2. A current curriculum vitae
3. Leadership and management philosophy, including the applicant’s leadership vision for the School (1-2 pages)
4. Research statement, including a brief description of how the applicant’s research will interface with that of the School’s faculty (1-2 pages)
5. Teaching Statement (1-2 pages) Contact information for at least three professional references.

Screening of candidates will begin on November 15, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. More information about the Boone Pickens School of Geology can be found at http://geology.okstate.edu. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Dr. Todd Halihan (todd.halihan@okstate.edu). Committed to health and safety, Oklahoma State University maintains a tobacco-free work environment. Oklahoma State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/E-Verify employer committed to diversity.

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