Professor and Chair, Department of Human Development and Quantitative Methodology

About the role

The College of Education at the University of Maryland seeks a nationally or internationally recognized scholar to serve as Chair of the Department of Human Development and Quantitative Methodology (HDQM). The Chair will lead a diverse faculty in advancing the department’s research, teaching, and service missions while fostering an inclusive, collaborative community.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the department, overseeing research initiatives, curriculum development, and faculty recruitment.
• Manage fiscal and human resources, including budgeting, grant administration, and personnel supervision.
• Build and sustain partnerships across the university and with external stakeholders, including community organizations and policy makers.

Required profile

• Earned doctorate in human development, educational psychology, developmental psychology, measurement, quantitative methods, or a related field.
• Demonstrated record of scholarly publications and external funding at the level of Professor.
• Prior administrative or leadership experience such as department chair, center director, or associate dean.
• Commitment to equity, collaborative culture, and community‑oriented engagement.