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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for chair professor in Texas is $74,585.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,900.00 and $85,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Chair Professor is a senior academic position awarded to distinguished scholars who have demonstrated excellence in research, teaching, and leadership within their field. This position often comes with additional responsibilities, such as leading research initiatives, mentoring junior faculty, and contributing to the strategic direction of their department or institution. Chair Professors may hold endowed chairs, meaning their position is funded by a specific donor or foundation, and they are recognized for their expertise and significant contributions to academia.

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To thrive as a Chair Professor, you need an extensive academic background, a PhD in the relevant field, a strong research portfolio, and a record of teaching excellence. Familiarity with research management software, academic publishing platforms, and grant application systems is typically required. Exceptional leadership, mentorship, and communication skills help foster academic innovation and guide faculty and students. These skills and qualities are crucial for advancing research, maintaining high teaching standards, and shaping the strategic direction of the department or institution.

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Chair Professors often juggle a wide range of responsibilities, including leading their department, mentoring junior faculty, conducting cutting-edge research, and maintaining a teaching schedule. One common challenge is managing time effectively to meet the demands of administrative leadership while still advancing personal research agendas and delivering high-quality instruction. Collaboration and delegation within the department, as well as setting clear priorities, are crucial strategies for maintaining this balance. Additionally, Chair Professors frequently serve as a bridge between faculty and university leadership, which can require strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.

What is the difference between Chair Professor vs Associate Professor?

AspectChair ProfessorAssociate Professor
Required CredentialsDoctorate, extensive research, publications, often international recognitionDoctorate, research experience, publications
Work EnvironmentUniversity faculty, research-focused, often with administrative dutiesUniversity faculty, teaching and research responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, research universitiesUniversities, colleges, research institutions

In summary, a Chair Professor is a senior academic with extensive research achievements and often holds a prestigious position within a university. An Associate Professor is an earlier career faculty member with significant research and teaching duties. The Chair Professor role typically involves more recognition, leadership, and research funding, whereas the Associate Professor focuses on developing their academic career.

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Infographic showing various Chair Professor job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,585 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

Associate Professor/Professor & Division Chair, Nursing

Tamus

Texarkana, TX

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Title

Associate Professor/Professor & Division Chair, Nursing

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

College of Nursing, Health, and Human Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Texarkana, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Texas A&M University-Texarkana has launched the East Texas Rural Healthcare initiative, a nursing and health professions educational campaign to address the needs of this historically underserved region. To support this initiative, we are inviting applications for the Associate or Full Professor & Division Chair, Nursing position. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to new and existing academic programs intended to provide a positive healthcare impact on East Texas.

This position is located on A&M-Texarkana's main campus in Texarkana, Texas, and requires the ability to work up to 100% on-site to fulfill the essential duties of this position.

Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required at the time of hire. No pre-employment sponsorship is authorized for this position.

Anticipated start date will be September 2026.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Division Chair is the chief academic officer of his/her division. The Division Chair reports to the Dean of the College and is responsible for the administration of the Division. The Division Chair serves a key position in the leadership of Texas A&M University-Texarkana. Success in fulfilling assigned responsibilities requires an individual who understands the role of administration and accepts administrative authority and responsibility. A successful Division Chair must possess personal qualities such as openness, integrity, and objectivity. The Division Chair must be effective in planning, communicating, coordinating, problem solving, negotiating, setting goals, and representing the Division, College, and University.

The Division Chair serves a dual role as an administrator and faculty member of the Division. The administrative role is an at-will appointment subject to approval by the Dean and the Provost. A workload of administration, research/scholarship, and teaching, as appropriate to the scope of the Division includes a required 3-hour teaching assignment for the fall and spring semesters per the Rules and Regulations of the Texas Board of Nursing, and the possibility of a one class teaching assignment for Summer for additional compensation.

As an administrator, the Division Chair serves as the unit budget officer and is responsible for the planning, direction, and programmatic offerings in the Division. Other administrative duties include: hiring, supervising, and evaluating faculty (tenure-track, non-tenure-track, and adjunct), preparing the Division's schedule of course offerings, maintaining records, appointing and coordinating committees, and addressing student needs.

As a faculty member, the Division Chair is expected to maintain teaching effectiveness and scholarly productivity. The Division Chair works with faculty to develop and promote the Division's academic programs and implements the directives of the Dean, Provost, and President.

The Division Chair also performs these essential functions:

Division Leadership

  • Directly supervises the faculty in the Division.
  • Evaluates faculty and staff performance in consultation with the Dean.
  • Supports and oversees the overall development of the Division faculty and staff.
  • Recruits, appoints, and supervises division staff and student assistants.
  • Reviews faculty and staff grievances within the division and makes decisions in consultation with the Dean.
  • Promotes faculty development and recruitment for the Division. Evaluates faculty in accordance with evaluation guidelines and the guidelines for tenure and promotion. Makes recommendations to the dean for faculty appointments, promotions, and compensation.
  • Initiates hiring of full-time faculty and hires adjunct faculty (includes working with HR, credentialling, etc.).
  • Oversees the scheduling of courses and recommends implementation of additional courses and course cancellations as necessary.
  • Addresses student concerns and is the point of contact for students.
  • Oversees/manages student workers, GAs, and RAs.
  • Manages budgets and requests and allocates funds appropriately to meet the needs of the Division.
  • Oversees the Division's fiscal operations; develops and regularly monitors division budget.
  • Oversees strategic (includes short- and long-term) planning, direction, and development of the academic division. Works with faculty and staff to establish and maintain a long-term vision for the Division that is consistent with the College, Academic Affairs Division, and University missions.
  • Ensures Division compliance with College, University, System, and State rules and regulations.
  • Advises the Dean and Provost on academic matters concerning the Division.

Division Curriculum and Programs

  • Ensures the quality and integrity of all academic programs within the division, including program and accreditation reviews, annual reports for new degree programs to supervisory boards, and curriculum development.
  • Oversees curriculum development and revisions for the division.
  • Initiates new academic programs and reviews and assesses academic programs offered by the Division.
  • Conducts/facilitates divisional assessment efforts, reviews student retention and graduation data, and works with faculty and other educational support units to work to improve retention/graduation rates.

Divisional Operations

  • Plans and initiates organizational, operational, and academic functions for the Division and oversees their execution.
  • Enforces policies and rules of the division, Texas A&M University--Texarkana, and the Texas A&M University System.
  • Works with, serves on, and/or chairs College and University committees and/or task forces, and works with Dean to staff standing and ad-hoc Division/College committees.
  • Works with Marketing and Communications on program marketing and recruiting.
  • Builds and facilitates community relationships (i.e., developing and maintaining internship sites).
  • Represents the Division at formal functions and in public relations efforts such as speaking engagements and outreach activities in the community.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications

  • Earned Doctorate and a master's degree in nursing from a CCNE accredited institution.
  • At least four years of teaching experience in a professional nursing program
  • Hold an unencumbered, current license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas;
  • Evidence of scholarship and research agenda
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and database capabilities.
  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively with all segments of the student population.
  • Record of teaching excellence
  • Demonstrated experience in program and curricular development
  • Experience working with CCNE and TBON accreditation.
  • Demonstrated experience supervising faculty and staff, supporting professional growth, and fostering a collaborative departmental culture
  • Qualifications that meet expectations for tenure and Associate rank at TAMUT (TAMUT University T&P Guidelines)

Preferred Qualifications

  • PhD in nursing or a related field
  • Eligible for tenure and Full Professor Rank
  • Experience with competency-based education programming
  • Successful grant acquisitions

Other Requirements

  • Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position generally does supervise employees.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED. To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted by 07/1/2026

To apply: Upload your cover letter, CV/resume, transcripts, and 3 professional reference's contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to "revise" or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact HR@tamut.edu.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply):

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, A&M-Texarkana is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance:

  • Medical
    • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value)
    • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
      • Employee and Spouse
      • Employee and Children
      • Employee and Family coverage
  • Dental & Vision
  • Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

Tuition Benefits:

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

75% waiver of tuition and fees for full-time employees, their spouses and children

Time Off:

8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month

8 hours of sick leave paid time off every month

8 hours of paid time off for birthday leave

12-15 paid holidays each year

Retirement:

Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Professional Development via LinkedIn Learning

Employee Assistance Program

On Campus Wellness Opportunities

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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