Dissertation Faculty - Chairs and Committee Member

Job Title: Dissertation Faculty - Chairs and Committee Member

Department: School of Business and Technology

Reports To: Chair of the Doctoral Business, Management & Leadership Programs

Job Type: This is a part time, exempt position.

General Description:

William Woods University seeks qualified Dissertation Chairs and Committee Members to assist doctoral candidates in our Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership, Ph.D. in Business Administration, and Doctor of Business Administration programs.

The primary responsibility of the Dissertation Chair and Committee Members is to guide and manage the dissertation process from start to finish. The Dissertation Chair collaborates with each student and their Doctoral Committee Members to ensure the creation and execution of a solid applied research dissertation that adheres to accepted research practices, university policies, formats, and IRB requirements. Committee Members act as reviewers for the doctoral candidate's proposal and dissertation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Dissertation Chair:

• Provide coaching and consultation to doctoral candidates on all aspects of their dissertation, from identifying topics to developing expertise in research methods, theoretical frameworks, and analysis relevant to the student's research.
• Ensure students adhere to deadlines and academic milestones.
• Offer constructive and regular feedback on dissertation drafts.
• Guide students in developing IRB applications and approve these applications before submission.
• Recommend resources to aid doctoral candidates in writing, research, and analysis.
• Collaborate with Committee Members, program chair, IRB members, and other university stakeholders to streamline the dissertation completion process.
• Perform tasks essential for the efficient review of student work, including proposal hearings, dissertation defenses, and providing guidance on presentation and defense techniques.
• Uphold ethical standards and promote academic integrity.
• Follow university and departmental expectations and guidelines.

Dissertation Committee Members:

• Participate in the dissertation committee and support doctoral students throughout the dissertation process.
• Provide expertise relevant to the student's research topic.
• Review dissertation drafts, providing constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Attend meetings with the chair and students as necessary.
• Communicate concerns and feedback promptly to the Dissertation Chair.
• Evaluate the student's dissertation defense and contribute to grading the final dissertation.
• Ensure a rigorous and fair evaluation process.
• Uphold ethical standards and promote academic integrity.
• Follow university and departmental expectations and guidelines.

Position Requirements:

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Organizational Leadership, Leadership, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Proven record of scholarly, intellectual, and professional contributions to the field of leadership or a related area, including peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
• Experience in serving on doctoral dissertation committees is preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and evaluate standard journals and documents.
• Ability to provide clear, constructive, and timely feedback.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including grammar, punctuation, sentence/paragraph structure, and APA style.
• Familiarity with current research methods, theories, and best practices in business research.
• Commitment and ability to foster a supportive and inclusive online learning environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other committee members and university staff.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.

Application Materials

Qualified applicants must submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three references.

Work Schedule:

William Woods University promotes a student-centered learning environment valuing inclusion, creativity, and intellectual inquiry. Focused on professions-oriented education, we prepare learners for success.

William Woods University is an independent institution chartered by the State of Missouri with main campus facilities in Fulton, MO. It has been operating continuously since 1870, taking its current form as a coeducational university with undergraduate and graduate programs in 1993. Today, William Woods draws approximately 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students from 35 states and approximately 11 foreign countries. William Woods has been ranked as a Top 100 Midwest University by U.S. News and World Report, and has been recognized for the quality and affordability of its online degree programs. With a full liberal arts curriculum, William Woods also offers a strong professional tradition, with nationally ranked programs in Equestrian Studies and American Sign Language. Its graduate education program figures strongly in the administration and leadership of Missouri's state school system. William Woods University is governed by a self-perpetuating board of trustees, and remains committed to serving the public good by helping students link intellectual development with the responsibilities of citizenship and professional life.

William Woods University is an Equal Opportunity Employer