Research Development Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

About Us
For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.
Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia , Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. For more information, visit the Kennesaw State University website .
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Department Information
The Robert S. Geer Family College of the Arts champions the creative arts, embodying the multifaceted roles of the artist scholar. Located in the cultural epicenter of the Southeast, the Atlanta metropolitan area, the Robert S. Geer Family College of the Arts is a beacon for collaborations with industry partners. Through each of our nationally accredited degrees, we cultivate innovative academic programs in Art and Design, Theatre and Performance Studies, Dance, and Music, empowering each student's unique creative potential. Our inspiring faculty and collaborations with professional artists provide a dynamic ecosystem enriched through an eclectic array of programs that ignite connections between our students and the contemporary arts.
Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for an administrative faculty position as a tenured Professor and Associate Dean of Research and Academics of the Robert S. Geer Family College of the Arts with a preferred start date of January 2027. This is a twelve-month contracted position and is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.
Responsibilities
Research, Scholarship & Graduate Education

• Provide strategic leadership for faculty research and scholarly/creative activity and promote research development, recognition, and dissemination. Coordinate college research initiatives, advisory structures, and annual priorities in collaboration with the Office of Research.
  Support graduate academic initiatives, including program development and graduate assistantship coordination.

Curriculum, Accreditation & Academic Performance

• Provide dean-level academic review of undergraduate and graduate curriculum proposals, revisions, and implementation across units. Lead college-level accreditation, assessment of learning, and academic effectiveness processes.
  Oversee academic components of undergraduate research, digital learning, global education, and other strategic initiatives.

Academic Leadership & Governance
Provide leadership for college-wide academic planning, governance, and policy development.
Coordinate review and implementation of academic policies, bylaws, and governance processes in alignment with university and system requirements. Represent the College in university-level academic and governance meetings.
Service to the Robert S. Geer Family College of the Arts and the University. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Dean.
Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.
Required Qualifications

• Terminal degree, or foreign equivalent, with an academic background and appropriate credentials to be a tenured Professor in an academic department/school in the Robert S. Geer Family College of the Arts at KSU.
• A distinguished record of nationally and internationally recognized research, encompassing scholarship and/or creative activity, that reflects excellence in the applicant's discipline and supports the mission and research development of the Robert S. Geer Family College of the Arts.
• A minimum of 3 years demonstrated success advancing faculty research, scholarship, and/or creative activity across diverse disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of progressive leadership experience at the department, college, or university level.
• Record of securing external funding, grants, fellowships, or partnerships supporting research and creative work.
• Proven ability to collaborate across units and build effective relationships with faculty, staff, and administrative partners.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with a track record of moving complex initiatives from concept to implementation.

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
4. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references.
5. Statement of Research and Creative Activity (scope of experiences)

Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Apply Before Date
Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by September 30, 2026.
Contact Information
For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Giovanni Loreto, gloreto@kennesaw.edu , 470-578-4507.
For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu .
For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu .
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Background Check
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf