Job Description
Chair, Department of Arts and Languages Fisk University - Nashville, TN 37208 Overview Level Experienced Position Type Faculty Category Education Description Shape the Future of Arts and Languages at Fisk University! Fisk University, a distinguished and historic institution, invites applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Arts and Languages within the School of Humanities & Behavioral Social Sciences. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and visionary leader to guide and elevate the vibrant degree programs in English, Art, and Modern Languages. We seek a Chair who will play a pivotal role in fostering academic excellence, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and nurturing a supportive environment for faculty and students. The incoming Chair will provide administrative leadership for the Department, champion innovative teaching and learning methodologies, support the faculty, and contribute to the intellectual vitality of our campus community through teaching and scholarship. Join the Legacy Fisk University, an historically Black university, has a rich history of cultivating exceptional talent and fostering intellectual growth. The Chair of the Department of Arts and Languages would have the opportunity to build upon this legacy and shape the next generation of artists, writers, scholars, and global citizens. Application Process Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and a letter of application that outlines their relevant experience, alignment with Fisk University's mission, and vision for the Department of Arts and Languages. Upon request, applicants who advance to the interview stage would also submit a statement of teaching and research philosophy, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled.