Chair of the Department of Psychology

Posting Details

Position Details

Title
Chair of the Department of Psychology

Appointment Status
Tenure

Department
IU Indianapolis Department of Psychology - School of Science

Location
Indianapolis

Position Summary

Chair of the Department of Psychology

Indiana University Indianapolis School of Science

Internal Applicants Only

Indiana University Indianapolis, (IU Indy) School of Science Department of Psychology invites applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Psychology from tenured candidates, particularly those at the Full Professor rank.

The Chair of the Department of Psychology in the School of Science (SoS) at IU Indianapolis is expected to provide visionary leadership for the unit, including developing and executing a clear vision to strengthen the Department. The Chair is expected to attract, mentor, and retain a cohort of the highest quality faculty, staff, and students and to develop and maintain programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels that highlight our strengths.

The Chair will:
• Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to the Department of Psychology
• Develop a vision and execute a plan for strategic growth of the academic and research enterprises that align with the strategic plans of the SoS and IU Indianapolis
• Lead a team of academically strong individuals and provide guidance on issues including recruitment, retention, management, and development of faculty and staff
• Foster an environment and department culture that values the unique perspectives and experiences each person brings and promotes respect, fairness, and belonging for everyone
• Manage and maintain the departmental budget keeping annual expenditures and income in balance
• Contribute to both graduate and undergraduate teaching, curriculum, and program development by advancing and modernizing the curriculum
• Advance the Department's research funding and reputation and support ongoing efforts to increase externally funded research
• Organize and manage the Department effectively
• Work collaboratively within the Department, the SoS, and across IU Indianapolis
• Demonstrate talent in consensus building, strategic planning, visioning, and innovation
• Demonstrate communication and interpersonal skills needed to be an effective leader
• Participate in the alumni relations and fundraising activities of the SoS
• Maintain current programs and seek new opportunities for outreach activities with the Indianapolis community

Candidates are expected to be an internationally recognized scholar in any of the sub-disciplines of Psychology, as evident from publication, citation, and funding records; possess a proven track record of service to the Department and the SoS; have a successful record of teaching, research and creative activity, and service at IU Indianapolis; and have experience in working with individuals to broaden participation in science.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a leadership statement and a list of three references. Review of applications will begin on March 31, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

Contact for questions: Dr. Jesse Stewart -jstew@iu.edu

Basic Qualifications

Tenured

Department Contact for Questions

Dr. Jesse Stewart
E-mail:jstew@iu.edu

Additional Qualifications

Salary and Rank

Special Instructions

Other Item # 1 Leadership statement to be be submitted with application.

For Best Consideration Date
03/31/2026

Expected Start Date
06/01/2026

Posting Number
IU-101528-2026