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Senior level special education department chair jobs place experienced educators in charge of department vision, curriculum accountability, staff development, and the cross-functional teams that deliver outcomes for students with disabilities. Openings are concentrated in Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, with a mix of on-site and hybrid settings and employers like University of Pittsburgh, Florida International University, and Virginia Commonwealth University hiring at this level now.
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The Department of Physics at UTEP has rapidly growing research programs in experimental, computational, and theoretical physics with 24 faculty members, 5 postdoctoral researchers, 4 research assistant professors, and 3 lecturers. The research areas of the physics faculty include chemical physics, magnetism, energy storage, quantum physics, quantum computation and quantum information, quantum optics, density functional theory, atmospheric physics, physics of materials in extreme environment, optical spectroscopy & microscopy, functional materials, nuclear theory, astrophysics, nano- and biomaterials, and experimental and computational biophysics. The department has access to state-of-the-art experimental facilities for optical, microscopic, magnetic, and structural characterizations of materials, as well as outstanding computational capabilities. The department faculty has access to facilities at several national laboratories, for example, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, Lawrence Livermore National Lab and Los Alamos National Laboratory, through active collaborations or user-proposal routes. The Department offers B.S. in Physics, M.S. in Physics, and Ph.D. in Physics with an emphasis on quantum science. Our faculty also contribute to other interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs at UTEP in Materials Science and Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Computational Science, Data Science, and Biomedical Engineering. The department is committed to student success, preparing the next generation physicists with knowledge, skills and visions. The Department of Physics has initiated an annual seminar series at UTEP in recognition of the International Day for Women and Girls in Science. Efforts like this have exemplified UTEP's broader commitment to excellence through inclusivity by offering other students from El Paso's community as well as from developing nations an opportunity to excel in physics.
The College of Science at The University of Texas at El Paso is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as Chair of the Physics Department. The Chair will join a multidisciplinary, collaborative, growing department with research activities spanning diverse areas of astrophysics, atmospheric physics, biophysics, condensed matter physics, magnetism, molecular physics, nuclear theory, optical spectroscopy, and quantum information science with broad applications in energy storage, functional materials, nano- and bio-materials. The successful candidate is expected to be an active researcher with a vision for developing research initiatives and strengthening collaborations and partnerships, and a strong leader with program, interpersonal, and personnel management skills. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate and graduate student success serving UTEP's mission of access and excellence as a premier Hispanic Serving Institution.
Job Requirements:
- PhD in a discipline appropriate for the Department of Physics
- Current academic rank of tenured full professor (or equivalent rank)
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Excellent record of program, people, time, and financial management
- Outstanding record of research, mentoring, and teaching
- Commitment to the core values of collaboration, innovation, and accessibility
Additional Information:
In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.
To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
The Department of Physics at UTEP has rapidly growing research programs in experimental, computational, and theoretical physics with 24 faculty members, 5 postdoctoral researchers, 4 research assistant professors, and 3 lecturers. The research areas of the physics faculty include chemical physics, magnetism, energy storage, quantum physics, quantum computation and quantum information, quantum optics, density functional theory, atmospheric physics, physics of materials in extreme environment, optical spectroscopy & microscopy, functional materials, nuclear theory, astrophysics, nano- and biomaterials, and experimental and computational biophysics. The department has access to state-of-the-art experimental facilities for optical, microscopic, magnetic, and structural characterizations of materials, as well as outstanding computational capabilities. The department faculty has access to facilities at several national laboratories, for example, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, Lawrence Livermore National Lab and Los Alamos National Laboratory, through active collaborations or user-proposal routes. The Department offers B.S. in Physics, M.S. in Physics, and Ph.D. in Physics with an emphasis on quantum science. Our faculty also contribute to other interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs at UTEP in Materials Science and Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Computational Science, Data Science, and Biomedical Engineering. The department is committed to student success, preparing the next generation physicists with knowledge, skills and visions. The Department of Physics has initiated an annual seminar series at UTEP in recognition of the International Day for Women and Girls in Science. Efforts like this have exemplified UTEP's broader commitment to excellence through inclusivity by offering other students from El Paso's community as well as from developing nations an opportunity to excel in physics.
The College of Science at The University of Texas at El Paso is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as Chair of the Physics Department. The Chair will join a multidisciplinary, collaborative, growing department with research activities spanning diverse areas of astrophysics, atmospheric physics, biophysics, condensed matter physics, magnetism, molecular physics, nuclear theory, optical spectroscopy, and quantum information science with broad applications in energy storage, functional materials, nano- and bio-materials. The successful candidate is expected to be an active researcher with a vision for developing research initiatives and strengthening collaborations and partnerships, and a strong leader with program, interpersonal, and personnel management skills. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate and graduate student success serving UTEP's mission of access and excellence as a premier Hispanic Serving Institution.
Job Requirements:
- PhD in a discipline appropriate for the Department of Physics
- Current academic rank of tenured full professor (or equivalent rank)
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Excellent record of program, people, time, and financial management
- Outstanding record of research, mentoring, and teaching
- Commitment to the core values of collaboration, innovation, and accessibility
Additional Information:
In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.
To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
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How do I get a senior level special education department chair job?
Candidates who land senior level roles typically bring demonstrated experience leading special education programs at a building or district level, not just teaching or case management. Hiring committees look for evidence of curriculum leadership, compliance oversight under IDEA, and a history of coaching or mentoring other special educators. A record of measurable student outcome improvements and cross-departmental collaboration gives candidates a clear edge at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level special education department chairs?
Companies hiring senior level special education department chairs right now include University of Pittsburgh, Florida International University, and Virginia Commonwealth University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from larger school districts, charter management organizations, and specialized educational service agencies that run multi-site or district-wide programs requiring experienced departmental leadership.
Are there remote senior level special education department chair jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level involve a meaningful on-site presence given the supervisory and compliance responsibilities involved. About 7% of senior level special education department chair openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common in larger districts that balance administrative flexibility with required in-school leadership duties.
What makes a special education department chair role senior level?
Senior level roles go well beyond managing a caseload or coordinating IEPs. They involve setting departmental direction, owning compliance with federal and state special education regulations, evaluating and mentoring staff across multiple classrooms or sites, and partnering with district leadership on budgets and policy. The defining difference is accountability for outcomes across a team or program, not just individual students.
Which industries hire the most senior level special education department chairs?
Senior Level special education department chair roles concentrate in Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate at a scale that requires dedicated departmental leadership to manage compliance, staff performance, and program quality across multiple classrooms or campuses.