- Company: Smithcollege
- Location: Smith College
- Full Time
- Smith College
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smithcollege.comJoin Smithcollege as the Head of Research and Teaching, located at Smith College, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping academic excellence and fostering innovative research.
What This Role Involves
This position requires a dynamic leader who can inspire and guide faculty and students towards groundbreaking research and teaching practices. You will oversee the integration of research and teaching initiatives, ensuring they align with the college’s strategic goals and enhance the educational experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategies to support faculty research and teaching activities.
- Mentor and evaluate faculty members to ensure high standards of teaching and research.
- Collaborate with academic departments to identify research opportunities and funding sources.
- Oversee the allocation of resources to support research projects and educational programs.
- Engage with the broader academic community to promote interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Who We're Looking For
- A Ph.D. or terminal degree in a relevant field is required.
- Proven leadership experience in academia, particularly in roles involving research and teaching.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and manage complex research and educational initiatives.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaborative relationships.
- Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of academic life.
Working at Smithcollege
Smithcollege is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment dedicated to advancing academic excellence and fostering a vibrant scholarly community. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives that shape the future of education and research.
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Smith College is a private liberal arts women's college in Northampton, Massachusetts, United States. It was chartered in 1871 by Sophia Smith and opened in 1875. It is a member of the historic Seven Sisters colleges, a group of women's colleges in the Northeastern United States. Smith is also a member of the Five College Consortium with four other institutions in the Pioneer Valley: Mount Holyoke College, Amherst College, Hampshire College, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst; students of each college are allowed to attend classes at any other member institution. On campus are Smith's
Massachusetts, officially the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, is a state in the New England region of the Northeastern United States. It borders the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Maine to its east, Connecticut and Rhode Island to its south, New Hampshire and Vermont to its north, and New York to its west. Massachusetts is the seventh-smallest state by land area. With an estimated population of ove
Minimum wage in Massachusetts: $15.00/hr — via FRED
Home prices in Massachusetts (year over year): +4.2% — via FRED
Most recent FEMA-declared disaster in Hampshire County: Hurricane Lee (Hurricane), Sep 2023 — via FEMA
Nearby history: Smith Alumnae Gymnasium, listed 1976 (225m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 59°F / low 37°F year-round (summers around 80°F, winters around 16°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
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- Role Head of Research and Teaching
- Employer Smithcollege
- Location Smith College
- Type Full Time
- Posted July 10, 2026
- Apply by 2026-08-09
- Overview Full original description on this page (272 words; rewritten for clarity, not a teaser paste)
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