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Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
Onsite
The Head of the Department of Design and Merchandising leads a dynamic team of faculty, staff, and students in pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, and engagement. Candidates are expected to have a record of scholarly excellence, academic leadership, and strategic vision consistent with leadership at an R1 land-grant University. You can learn more about the Department of Design and Merchandising here: https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/dm/.
To receive full consideration, complete applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time on November 8, 2026. Applications received after this date and before the posting closes may be considered but are not guaranteed review. The posting will close at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time on November 29, 2026.
The Head role is 75% administrative and 25% research & engagement. Administrative responsibilities include:
The research and engagement activities include extramurally funded collaborative or independent research, community engagement, and both graduate student and faculty mentoring.
The Head supervises all faculty and staff in the Department of Design and Merchandising (~30 FTE).
To apply, please upload all the following required application material in the Resume/Cover Letter section of the application:
Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position.
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Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Special Required DocumentationColorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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