Richard Davis
Department Head of Chemical Engineering @University of Minnesota Duluth
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WORK HISTORY
Department Head of Chemical Engineering @University of Minnesota Duluth
Administrative & Operational LeadershipManage budgets and expenditures; oversee 10 departmental labs; coordinate 10 faculty and 2 staff to support SCSE’s mission; ensure compliance with UMD policies, safety standards, and administrative requirements.2. Academic Program OversightLead curriculum development aligned with ABET standards and UMD’s hands‑on learning focus; ensure quality of the BSChE program across core chemical engineering areas; oversee capstone and design courses to prepare students for industry or graduate study.3. Faculty Leadership & DevelopmentMentor and evaluate faculty members; guide professional development and workload distribution; support recruitment, retention, and faculty participation in research, grant activity, and interdisciplinary collaborations.4. Student Success & Advising OversightSupport academic advising in partnership with professional staff; promote undergraduate research as a hallmark of the program; uphold values of student preparation, safety, and environmental responsibility.5. Accreditation & Quality AssuranceLead ABET and UMD accreditation processes; monitor assessment practices and learning outcomes to maintain academic excellence and degree integrity.6. Research LeadershipFoster faculty and student research productivity; support collaboration with NRRI, the Advanced Materials Center, and other SCSE research units; promote partnerships with industry, government, and research organizations.7. External Relations & AdvancementEngage industry partners across regional engineering sectors; participate in alum outreach and program promotion; represent the department in SCSE leadership and contribute to strategic planning.
EDUCATION
UC Santa Barbara
PhD, Chemical Engineering
Brigham Young University
BS, Chemical Engineering
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ABOUT RICHARD DAVIS
Department Head Chemical Engineering at University of Minnesota Duluth
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