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Chesterton, IN · On-site

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SETUP ASSOCIATE

Hobart, IN · On-site

$13/hr

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How much do associate chair jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate chair in Indiana is $134,369.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $202,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate chair?

Associate Chairs are academic leaders who assist the Department Chair in managing departmental operations within a college or university. Their responsibilities often include supporting faculty, overseeing curriculum development, coordinating departmental initiatives, and stepping in for the Chair when needed. Associate Chairs serve as a bridge between faculty members and administration, helping to ensure smooth departmental functioning and addressing concerns as they arise. Their specific duties may vary based on the institution and department size.

How does an associate chair typically balance administrative responsibilities with academic or research duties?

An Associate Chair often splits their time between administrative tasks—such as supporting departmental planning, managing faculty schedules, and assisting with budgeting—and their own teaching or research commitments. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to shift between leadership and collaborative work. Effective communication with faculty, staff, and students is essential, as Associate Chairs frequently mediate departmental concerns and contribute to strategic decision-making. Balancing these responsibilities can be challenging, but it also provides valuable experience in academic administration and leadership development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate chair, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Chair, you need expertise in academic leadership, curriculum development, and faculty management, often supported by an advanced degree in your field and significant teaching experience. Familiarity with university administration systems, accreditation processes, and data analysis tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and conflict resolution skills help you effectively manage teams and foster a collaborative environment. These skills ensure the department operates efficiently, maintains academic standards, and achieves its strategic goals.

What is the difference between Associate Chair vs Department Chair?

AspectAssociate ChairDepartment Chair
ResponsibilitiesSupports department leadership, manages specific projects, assists with faculty affairsOversees entire department, sets strategic direction, manages budgets and faculty hiring
Required CredentialsTypically faculty with advanced degrees, experience in academiaSimilar credentials, often with leadership experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic settings, collaborative with faculty and staffLeadership role with broader administrative duties

The Associate Chair assists the Department Chair in managing departmental tasks and faculty, focusing on specific areas or projects. The Department Chair holds the primary leadership role, responsible for overall department management and strategic planning. While both roles require academic credentials and experience, the Chair has broader administrative authority and decision-making power.

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Department Chair (Non-Tenured), Indianapolis Campus

Indiana University

Bloomington, IN • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Details
Title
Department Chair (Non-Tenured), Indianapolis Campus
Appointment Status
Non-Tenure Track
Department
IU Indianapolis School of Nursing
Location
Indianapolis
Position Summary
Indiana University School of Nursing (IUSON) is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Department Chair, Indianapolis campus. This is an outstanding opportunity to be a part of a legacy of nursing excellence and leadership. As Indiana's premiere urban Carnegie R1 university with major medical centers on or near our campus, our in-person work arrangements facilitate access to an outstanding array of institutional resources, including a robust onboarding program and a high degree of engagement and networking. The Department Chair is responsible for the operational success of a Department on the Indianapolis campus within the IUSON core. The Department Chair has responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the department to ensure success. This position reports to the Associate Dean, Indianapolis.
The Department Chair is a 12-month appointment with workload at 60% administrative, 20% research or scholarly activities, 10% teaching, and 10% service.
This administrator has primary responsibility as the operational leader for the department on the appointed campus including:
  • Implementing programs to recruit, orient, retain, mentor, and ensure the success of faculty in alignment with strategic priorities for the desired mix of faculty to fulfill the teaching, research, and service missions of the department, campus, and core school.
  • Facilitating a balance in faculty workloads commensurate with faculty appointments (full-time, part-time, adjunct) and faculty track and rank.
  • Ensuring faculty meet expectations including preparation of course materials, delivery of courses, productivity in research or scholarship, and active participation in service at the institutional (school, campus, university) and external levels (state, region, national, international).
  • Ensuring faculty understand how to contribute to achieving individual, department, campus, and core strategic goals.
  • Monitoring and evaluating faculty performance outcomes (teaching, research, service) for annual evaluations and promotion and tenure.
  • Providing coaching to faculty experiencing emergent teaching and professional issues.
  • Coordinating activities of the department to ensure operational success of the School of Nursing's mission, goals, and strategic priorities in collaboration with other academic administrators.
  • Preparing reports bearing on departmental responsibilities.
  • Provides input on resource needs.
  • Representing the department within the School of Nursing, campus, and university and to external constituents.
  • Accountability for the departmental faculty performance metrics related to delivery of courses, research and scholarship, and service.

Basic Qualifications
  • Earned doctorate, nursing major preferred (e.g., PhD, DNP), and master's in nursing, if doctorate is not in nursing (e.g., EdD).
  • Licensed or eligible to be licensed as a registered nurse in Indiana.
  • Eligible for appointment in a rank at or above faculty who will be supervised.
  • Demonstrated experience in an academic environment.

Department Contact for Questions
Richard Griffin 317-274-2124
Additional Qualifications
Salary and Rank
Special Instructions
The following documents must be submitted on-line to: Letter of application/Cover Letter (2-page limit)Curriculum vitae. Statement of Research and Teaching/Personal Statement (5-page limit) outlining achievements and goals in teaching, research, and service e.g. https://academicaffairs.indianapolis.iu.edu/Faculty-Affairs/PromotionTenure/guidelines-and-standardsContact list with six references
For additional information, please contact Dr. Janet S. Carpenter (email carpentj@iu.edu or phone 317-278-6065). Additional information may also be found on the web site at: nursing.iu.edu.
For Best Consideration Date
Expected Start Date
05/01/2026
Posting Number
IU-101345-2025

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