Program Director, School of Engineering

About the role

The Douglas D. Schumann School of Engineering at Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston invites applications for a full-time Program Director position for the Civil, Biomedical and Biological, Engineering programs. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in academic administration, and a passion for student-centered education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee curriculum planning, assessment, and accreditation.
• Cook up scheduling, faculty assignments, and academic standards.
• Support student advising, recruitment, and retention efforts.
• Collaborate with university offices such as Registrar, Marketing, and COOPS+CAREERS.
• Teach up to 3 courses during the academic year and 2 in summer for additional pay.
• Aid in strategic planning, budgeting, and program communications.

Requirements

• 5 years of progressive responsibility in academic, research, or equivalent roles, including teaching, program development, or leadership.
• Holds a PhD in an engineering discipline or closely related field.
• Holds a faculty position at the Associate or Full Professor rank.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of higher education and its challenges and opportunities.
• Experience in serving students, management, and leadership.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated administrative experience.

Skills

Not specified.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package offered to support the best experience for our employees. For more information, visit here.

Pay

Grade 11, expected wage range between $120,000 - $150,000.

Schedule

Full-time benefits eligible. 12 month administrative professional position.