Associate Dean for Faculty Success, Research & Industry Partnerships

California State University System•San Jose, CA

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About The Position

The Associate Dean for Faculty Success, Research & Industry Partnerships (ADâFRIP) reports to the Dean and serves on the IDS leadership team. The ADâFRIP is responsible for planning and advancing the College's faculty success, research and creative activity (RSCA), and external engagement agendas. This includes faculty recruitment/retention/evaluation support; research development and compliance; facilitation of interdisciplinary, societally engaged research; and development of mutually beneficial partnerships with industry, community, and government that enhance faculty RSCA, experiential learning, and workforce pipelines. The ADâFRIP ensures alignment with university policies and collaborates closely with the Division of Research & Innovation, University Personnel/Faculty Affairs, and the SJSU Research Foundation.

Requirements

Doctorate or terminal degree in a field relevant to IDS (e.g., information/data science, informatics, computer science/engineering, statistics, or related)
Record of scholarship/creative work commensurate with appointment at the rank of tenured full professor in IDS
Demonstrated experience of academic leadership (e.g., chair/associate chair, center director, ADR/associate dean, PI of multiâinvestigator grants)
Track record of funded grants, contracts, or foundation awards, with particular success in securing external funding from agencies, from competitive public and private entities
Experience mentoring and supporting faculty development
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively
Demonstrated success in advancing RSCA programs and securing external funding from public and private sources
Knowledge of research development, federal/state/private sponsors, and compliance (IRB, data governance, research security)
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse faculty, staff, students, and partners
Proven capacity to build and sustain collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
Expertise in academic personnel processes, including RTP, lecturer evaluation, and faculty mentoring
Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
Ability to lead and manage change, handle confidential matters with discretion, and foster an inclusive academic climate
Familiarity with research facilities, computing environments, laboratory operations, and safety practices
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in all areas of responsibility

Nice To Haves

Five years' experience in department or college-level academic leadership (i.e. department chair, center director)
Demonstrated success in mentoring and developing faculty members' scholarly productivity
Knowledgeable about research best practices and student engagement in research as a high-impact practice
Demonstrated record of a funded research program characterized by external funding and peer-reviewed publications
Experience working on interdisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee initiatives that enhance faculty success, development, and evaluation processes within the College
Coordinate faculty recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, retention, and review processes (RTP and postâtenure support) in alignment with university policy
Develop and implement faculty development programs, briefings, and training related to RSCA, faculty affairs, curriculum governance, and compliance
Plan, direct, and implement strategies for RSCA advancement, including tracking research output, managing internal funding programs, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration
Serve as IDS liaison to the Division of Research & Innovation and the SJSU Research Foundation for pre/postâaward activities, compliance, and limited submissions
Build and maintain partnerships with industry, nonprofit, and public agencies to advance faculty RSCA, sponsored research, experiential learning, and workforce development
Convene and lead an External/Industry Advisory Council aligned with College priorities
Promote and support research infrastructure, including space planning, safety coordination, and shared research resources
Represent IDS in universityâwide councils and committees related to RSCA and faculty success
Participate in strategic planning, budget development, policy formation, and college operations as part of the IDS leadership team
Supervise assigned staff and promote a culture of inclusion, transparency, and continuous improvement

Benefits

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

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