Physics and Engineering Physics Department Chair

scholarship, and service among faculty and staff. Lead departmental planning, assessment, and continuous improvement activities. Drive curriculum and research innovations by promoting initiatives in areas such as astronomy, material sciences, photonics, quantum sciences, energy systems, nuclear physics, and engineering physics, etc. Support the growth of externally funded research and interdisciplinary collaborations. Manage departmental budgets, facilities, equipment, and other resources effectively. Advance student recruitment, retention, graduation, and post-graduate success initiatives. Foster partnerships with industry, government agencies, national laboratories, and community organizations. Encourage inclusive excellence and cultivate a collaborative and collegial departmental culture. Represent the Department within the University and to external stakeholders. Teach courses and maintain an active scholarly/research agenda consistent with the expectations of a tenured faculty appointment.