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IANR invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of Head of the Department of Biological Systems Engineering. The Search Advisory Committee will continue to receive applications until the Department Head is selected. To ensure full consideration, nominations and applications should be submitted before August 20, 2026.

Dr. Amy Schmidt, Search Advisory Committee co-Chair
Professor, Biological Systems Engineering
aschmidt@unl.edu

Dr. Larkin Powell, Search Advisory Committee co-Chair
Director, School of Natural Resources
lpowell3@unl.edu

Applicants must apply online at https://employment.unl.edu, requisition number F_260073. Click “Apply for this Job,” complete the faculty form, and attach the following required documents:

  1. A letter of interest that describes your qualifications for the position, anticipated contributions, and vision for the department.
  2. A statement describing your experience working in teams or groups and your anticipated contributions to environments in which every person and every interaction matters (2 page maximum). See https://go.unl.edu/ianrguide for guidance in writing this statement.
  3. A detailed curriculum vitae.
  4. The names and contact information of five professional references. References will be requested only from candidates who make the short list.

All candidate information will be held in confidence until the final stage of the search, at which time the express permission of finalists will be obtained before making their candidacy public. Candidates are urged to review all information and documents posted on the search website.

For questions and assistance with submitting the application contact Rachel Szelag, Senior HR Specialist at rszelag2@unl.edu or by phone at (402) 472-5730.

UNL offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with the successful candidate’s background and experience. 

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.