Dean - College of Science

Northeastern University • Newton, MA

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About The Position

Northeastern University – renowned for its innovative and entrepreneurial model of education and research – welcomes applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the College of Science. The Dean of the College of Science will lead the college’s efforts to rethink the way education is delivered, with a greater focus on technology, personalization, and lifelong learning. They will build productive and creative partnerships across the whole of the university, including its global network, to leverage the strengths and experience of other academic units. The dean will recruit and retain the best faculty and students, expanding the breadth of academic offerings and increasing research productivity. The dean will engage outside partners to identify ways the college can coalesce academia and industry around greater societal challenges. Finally, the dean will strengthen Northeastern’s position as a truly global university, shaping its activities and fostering integrated education and research enterprise systems across all campuses around the world.

Requirements

• A terminal degree in a field represented within the college.
• A distinguished record of scholarly and research excellence.
• Proven record of strategic and effective leadership in a complex environment.
• Experience in project management and executing ambitious initiatives.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to navigate and leverage a complex organizational structure.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a major research institution.
• A commitment to global education and fostering a sense of belonging.
• An entrepreneurial spirit to realize the ambitions of the university.
• Experience in negotiation and problem-solving within a large organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the College of Science in formulating a forward-thinking strategy for the future.
• Build productive partnerships across the university and with external stakeholders.
• Recruit and retain top faculty and students.
• Expand academic offerings and increase research productivity.
• Promote the College of Science externally with public and private sector partners.
• Manage the college’s human capital, long-term planning, and material resources.
• Advocate for the college internally and externally.
• Ensure operational excellence and sustainability in response to rapid growth.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid time off and tuition assistance.
• Wellness and life benefits.
• Retirement plans and commuting assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree