Plant Sciences Department Head — Lead Teaching & Research

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southern weed science societySan Luis Obispo (CA)

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About the role

Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo invites applications for a full-time 12-month Department Head position in Plant Sciences. This tenured role provides leadership across instruction, research, and engagement with alumni, donors, and industry. The successful candidate will lead 7 tenure-line faculty, ~7 lecturers, and 7 staff, overseeing facilities and a broad Plant Sciences program including crops, horticulture, and related fields.

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