Chair Search: Computational Science and Engineering
The School of Computational Engineering is seeking a new chair. CSE is an academic discipline devoted to the systematic design, development, study, and application of computer-based models of natural and engineered systems. CSE draws upon concepts from computer science, applied mathematics, science, and engineering, and is an inherently interdisciplinary field where collaboration is key to solving challenging real-world problems. Founded in 2005, the School of CSE is one of the first academic units devoted to the CSE field as a department and offers multiple graduate degree programs.
Job Profile
The ideal candidate will be a Full Professor with tenure in a premier department at a research university, with a proven record of high impact contributions in Computational Science and Engineering. Candidates should:
- have a proven record of achieving external visibility and funding have demonstrated strong leadership and team-building skills
- care about the personal and educational enrichment of faculty, staff, and students
- have experience with strategic planning, administrative oversight, fiscal management, and vision development and embrace participatory management and transparent decision-making.
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate should possess effective communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Experience leading a school or department within a technical institute or a stem-focused research university is preferred. The qualities of the successful candidate for chair include:
- Full Professor with tenure in a premier department at a research university or have an equivalent position in industry or government.
- Have demonstrated strong leadership and team building skills
- Care about the personal and educational enrichment of faculty, staff, and students
- Have demonstrated strong leadership and team-building skills
- Have experience with strategic planning, administrative oversight, fiscal management, and vision development
- Embrace participative management and transparent decision-making.
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About the College of Computing
The Georgia Tech College of Computing is shaping the future of computing through transformative education, cutting-edge research, and real-world impact. Ranked No. 5 nationally in both undergraduate and graduate computer science programs, we bring together leading faculty, ambitious students, and industry partners to tackle complex challenges spanning artificial intelligence, robotics, cybersecurity, data science, human-centered technology, and beyond. By combining deep technical expertise with a collaborative, cross-disciplinary mindset, we are redefining what computing can achieve.
Building on this strong foundation, GT Computing is among the nation’s leading hubs for computing education, research, and innovation. Through its five schools, the College advances every dimension of computing and shapes computing’s future impact on society.
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