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Director - School Of Information Studies

The Director of the School of Information Studies will serve as a member of the college's Administrative Council, comprised of the Dean's leadership team; report to the Dean of the LSU College of Human Sciences and Education; and serve as the chief academic, fiscal, and administrative officer for the School of Information Studies. This is a 12-month administrative position.

The Director will serve as a member of the college's Administrative Council, comprised of the Dean's leadership team; report to the Dean of the LSU College of Human Sciences and Education; and serve as the chief academic, fiscal, and administrative officer for the School of Information Studies. Responsibilities include organizing and maintaining personnel and other resources in the School; providing leadership and support for teaching, research, scholarship, publishing, professional activities, and external funding; promoting development and fundraising that support the University's flagship agenda; representing the School at regular meetings and other planning sessions that have college or University-wide implications; and developing partnerships and working alliances with the business community, local agencies, and other external organizations.

PhD in Information Studies or related discipline

Applicants should have tenure in an equivalent institution, leadership experience, an established record of excellence in research and teaching, and a Ph.D. in a relevant area.

For questions about the position or with the application process, please reach out to Tammy Lee (...@lsu.edu).

LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.