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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate chair in Irving, TX is $135,595.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,300.00 and $204,100.00 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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Chair, Department of Biophysics

UT Southwestern Medical Center

Dallas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

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Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UT Southwestern, or UTSW) invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair of the Department of Biophysics (the Department). This is an exceptional opportunity for a world-class scientist to lead a top basic science department at one of the premier academic medical centers in the nation. The Chair will lead a collegial group of primary faculty consisting of superb scholars who compete successfully for prestigious awards and conduct impactful research supported by major federal funding agencies and leading foundations.

Reporting to the Vice Provost and Dean of Basic Research, the Chair will continue the Department's tradition of excellence in research, training, and teaching, and look for opportunities for growth and collaboration across an institution that includes a School of Medicine, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, School of Health Professions, and the new Peter O'Donnell Jr. School of Public Health. The incoming Chair will continue the work of bolstering the Department by recruiting and developing top faculty, promoting a well-established culture of mentorship and collegiality, and leading by example with a quality research program. The Chair will be a guiding voice on the science of Biophysics, elevating the Department's already premier reputation on a national and international level and stimulating the creative pursuit of new areas of research within a diverse array of research interests.

 

THE INSTITUTION

UT Southwestern is home to many nationally and internationally recognized physicians and scientists, including six Nobel Laureates since 1985, 25 members of the National Academy of Sciences, 24 members of the National Academy of Medicine, and a member of the National Academy of Engineering. UT Southwestern is also home to 14 Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Investigators. As faculty members in basic science departments, their recognized leadership is an important source of the organization's strengths in biomedical research. Faculty members' investigations, ranging from the basic mechanistic level to patient care as a whole, continue to bring about notable discoveries, important educational opportunities, and advanced treatment options for improved health care.

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will possess stellar academic credentials and an exceptional record of research and publication. An outstanding candidate will also possess strong administrative and personnel management skills, the ability to marshal resources toward strategic objectives, and a commitment to collaboration and excellence.

 

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist the Search Committee for the Chair, Department of Biophysics in its identification and review of candidates. Inquiries, nominations. Applications should be submitted to:

Greg Esposito, Partner

Nick Strand, Managing Associate

Melissa DePretto Behan, Senior Associate

 

https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/university-texas-southwestern-medical-center/chair-department-biophysics

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed primarily in general office and/or laboratory areas.

SECURITY

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

SALARY

Salary negotiable

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.  As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. 

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