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| Vol. 18, No. 10 | Nov. 5, 1998 |
- #99F035 Chairperson, Individual and Family Studies-Effective Sept. 1 and appointed for a renewable five-year term. The department offers a B.S. degree with emphasis in family and community services, human development and family processes and early childhood development and education; an M.S. in individual and family studies; and a Ph.D. in family studies. Twenty-four faculty and staff teach and supervise approximately 325 undergraduate students and 60 graduate students. The department has a strong commitment to scholarship and teaching as well as to pre-service and in-service education. Facilities include a well-equipped preschool laboratory and an adult day care center. Faculty and staff engage in collaborations with various research and policy-oriented centers and programs. REQUIREMENTS: Earned doctorate in individual and family studies or related field. Professionally active in one or more of the following fields and areas: family studies; sociology; psychology; early childhood development and education; adolescence; human services; lifespan development; social work; and gerontology. National recognition for research and scholarship and significant teaching experience in higher education are required. Experience in administration or management is desirable. For information visit the web site at <http://www.udel.edu/ifst>. CONTACT: Applications and letters of nomination should be sent to: Timothy Barnekov, Chairperson IFS Search Committee, 184 Graham Hall, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. Applications should include a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae and at least three letters of reference. DEADLINE: Feb. 5.
- #99F046 Dean, College of Engineering-Effective July 1. The University is a state-assisted institution with an enrollment totaling about 20,000 students. The college offers programs in chemical, civil, computer, electrical, environmental and mechanical engineering and materials science. Six centers provide research foci in biomechanical engineering, catalysis, coastal engineering, composite materials, engineering and molecular thermodynamics and nanomachined semiconductor surfaces. The dean is responsible for apportioning faculty lines and operating budgets in the college and is charged with providing the vision and strategic planning necessary to develop and enhance the quality of the college's undergraduate, graduate and research programs and facilitate collaborations with other colleges, and industrial, governmental and philanthropic organizations. During the tenure of the next dean, an additional 60,000-square-foot engineering building is scheduled for construction and about 20 faculty hires are anticipated. REQUIREMENTS: Must meet the requirements for appointment to the rank of professor in one of the departments in the college. The successful candidate must have experience in attracting and managing sponsored research and demonstrate an appreciation for the administrative support needed to maintain a vigorous research program. Qualifications include an earned doctoral degree, a distinguished scholarly record and the ability to lead the college in its academic responsibilities. CONTACT: Applications should include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and the names, addresses and phone numbers of four references. Although nominations and applications will be accepted until the position is filled; it is desired that the dean will assume office on July 1. Nominations and expressions of interest will be held in confidence. Candidates should submit materials to Dean Carolyn Thoroughgood, Chairperson, Dean of Engineering Search Committee, 111 Robinson Hall, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. More information regarding this search and the College of Engineering is available at <http://www.udel.edu/engg>.
- #99S079 Records Specialist (R-04) Billing and Collection-Minimum of $16,839 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED with two years of responsible clerical processing experience. Associate degree and relevant University experience desirable. Requires knowledge of business operating procedures and standard business practice; ability to perform mathematical computations, operate microcomputers and terminals and communicate effectively; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Seeking highly motivated, customer-focused team member to join our Account Services Team. Experience in Excel, Lotus 1-2-3, Word, WordPerfect and Windows 95 preferred. DUTIES: Provide customer service to students, external customers, faculty and staff while performing clerical and record processing and bookkeeping duties involving paper and electronic files. In addition to general record-keeping responsibilities, duties will include, but are not limited to: answering the telephone and responding to inquiries about individual account statements; monitoring residency status changes, undergraduate withdrawals and processing refunds; coordinating printing of monthly account statements; identifying and monitoring accounts; processing fee waivers, sibling and senior citizen credits. Coordinate Delaware teacher tuition waivers; resolve problems. Process miscellaneous billing changes and credits on-line. Perform other duties as assigned.
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