Penn State Intercom......November 27, 2002

Horticulture seeks applicants
for department head

Applications are invited from individuals with outstanding leadership qualities for the position of professor and head, department of horticulture.

Qualified candidates for this 12-month position will have earned a doctoral degree in horticulture or a related plant science discipline and will have demonstrated strong administrative leadership skills. Academic or professional experience in horticulture or a related plant science is expected, as is in-depth knowledge of university teaching, research and extension functions.

The department head reports to the dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences and has responsibility for maintaining and enhancing the growth of programs in resident instruction, research and extension, as well as administrative responsibility for academic affairs, personnel, finances and facilities. Additional responsibilities include strengthening relationships with other departments, horticultural industries, alumni, government and other public and private clientele; and pursuing funding sources for departmental programs.

Salary is commensurate with background and experience. Applicants should submit a letter of application, a resume (with documentation of teaching, research, extension, administrative and leadership experience), a statement of leadership and administrative philosophy and vision and the names and addresses of five professional references to: Dan T. Stearns, Department of Horticulture, 103 Tyson Building, Box A, University Park, PA, 16802.

For information, call (814) 865- 2571 or fax (814) 863-6139. Applications will be accepted until Feb. 1 or until a qualified candidate is identified.

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