Director, CINSAM (NKU Internal Apply Only)

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Position Information

Working Title

Director, CINSAM (NKU Internal Apply Only)

Department

College of Arts & Sciences

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Position Number

Purpose of Position

The Center for Integrative Natural Science and Mathematics ( CINSAM ) is looking for a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as its next Director.

The Director is a 12-month administrative position where the individual is tenured in a CINSAM affiliated department or school (Biological Sciences; Chemistry & Biochemistry; Computing & Analytics; Mathematics and Statistics; Physics, Geology and Engineering Technology; and Teacher Education). CINSAM is Northern Kentucky University's ( NKU ) highly-prized "Program of Distinction," created by the Commonwealth of Kentucky in 1999.

CINSAM's mission is to improve P-16 science, technology, engineering, and mathematics ( STEM ) education by advancing and integrating teaching, learning and scholarship in the STEM disciplines through these three major goals :

• Facilitate the recruitment, retention, and graduation of STEM students.
• Promote faculty scholarship and undergraduate research in STEM disciplines.
• Enhance the teaching, learning, and understanding of science and mathematics at P-16 levels.

CINSAM has a strong commitment to civic engagement, undergraduate research, integration across disciplines, and serving all students in the STEM and education disciplines.

This is an exciting opportunity for a leader interested in reaching across traditional boundaries to form partnerships across the campus and between the campus and the community including state organizations, schools, universities, and industry.

Primary Responsibilities

Director responsibilities include :

Qualifications

Ideally CINSAM seeks a leader with the following characteristics :

To learn more about CINSAM , visit https : / / www.nku.edu / academics / artsci / about / centers / cinsam.html . Interested candidates should submit a cover letter addressing relevant experience, CV, and names and contact information for five professional references (will not be contacted without candidate permission) at <

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Northern Kentucky University ( NKU ) is a public, comprehensive university of 15,000+ students supported by more than 2,000 faculty and staff. Located on a vibrant suburban campus in Highland Heights-just seven miles southeast of downtown Cincinnati-we deliver innovative, learnercentered education and conduct impactful scholarship that prepares students for rewarding careers while strengthening the region's social and economic vitality. NKU's vision is that we will be nationally recognized for being a student-ready, regionally engaged university that empowers diverse learners for economic and social mobility. Our core values place emphasis on our culture of excellence, creativity, innovation, and collegiality. Our strategic framework emphasizes (1) expanding and enhancing student access, success, and career readiness, (2) creating a supportive and sustainable work environment to attract and retain talent, and (3) advancing economic, social, and civic vitality in our community and region. The University provides equal opportunities in educational services and employment according to the law.

Minimum Education

Ph.D.,M.D. or equivalent

Preferred Education

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number

2025F816

Job Open Date

11 / 24 / 2025

Job Close Date

Quick Link

https : / / jobs.nku.edu / postings / 15261