Head, Department of Psychology

Job overview

The Head, Department of Psychology role is onsite in Pittsburgh, PA; compensation is not specified. The department advances an internationally recognized research and education mission across cognitive science, cognitive neuroscience, health and social psychology, and developmental psychology. The Head sets strategic direction with faculty, manages budgets and resources, and represents the department within the university and to external partners. The role also supports recruitment, mentoring, collaboration, and an inclusive environment for faculty, staff, and trainees.

What you'll do

• Work with faculty to set and pursue strategic direction
• manage budgets and allocate resources
• represent the department to the college, university, and external partners
• build relationships across departments and institutions
• coordinate faculty, staff, and trainees
• work with program directors and students
• lead recruitment, reviews, reappointments, and promotions
• advance research, scholarly excellence, education, and inclusion.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

department head

psychology

academic leadership

research

education

budget management

faculty recruitment

interdisciplinary collaboration

pittsburgh pa

carnegie mellon university

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Candidates must merit appointment as a tenured full professor and demonstrate leadership, collaboration, research support, mentoring, and department-building experience.

About the employer

Carnegie Mellon University is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.