Dean of Innovation and Research

Southeastern Louisiana University • Hammond, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Southeastern Louisiana University's Division of Academic Affairs invites applications for the position of Dean of Research and Innovation. Reporting directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean will provide leadership, vision, and oversight for the continued growth and advancement of the University's research enterprise, externally funded programs, and innovation initiatives. As a key member of the University's academic leadership team, the Dean will establish and implement strategic priorities that enhance Southeastern's competitiveness for external funding, elevate its research profile, and expand its impact throughout the region, state, and beyond. Working collaboratively with faculty, academic leaders, students, and external partners, the Dean will foster interdisciplinary research and scholarship, support faculty development and success in securing external funding, and promote student engagement in research and experiential learning. The Dean will cultivate partnerships with government agencies, industry, community organizations, and other stakeholders to strengthen the University's research capacity, advance innovation and economic development initiatives, and contribute to workforce and community development. Through leadership, advocacy, and resource development, the Dean will champion a culture of inquiry, collaboration, and excellence, positioning Southeastern as a leading contributor to the regional and national knowledge economy while advancing the University's mission and strategic goals. The Dean serves on the University Research Council and works collaboratively with University leadership to advance research, innovation, and externally funded initiatives across the institution. The appointment is a 12-month position. Salary is commensurate with experience. Southeastern Louisiana University is a progressive regional, comprehensive university that enrolls approximately 15,700 graduate and undergraduate students. The University’s home, Hammond, is at the crossroads of Interstates 55 and 12 in the heart of Louisiana’s thriving Northshore, the fastest growing region in the state. It is centrally located within an hour’s drive of New Orleans, Baton Rouge (the state capitol), and the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and affords extensive cultural, recreational, and research opportunities.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate from a regionally accredited university in a discipline (or closely related area) offered by the college
• Successful administrative experience as a department head, assistant dean, dean, or other comparable administrative experience
• Record of teaching, scholarship and service sufficient for appointment as full or associate professor at Southeastern in a discipline (or closely related area) offered by the college
• At least three years of success (beyond the role of PI and/or Co- PI) in securing and administering grants from various sources including federal agencies such as the NIH, NSF, ED, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with the contributions and needs of the various disciplines within the university.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, vision, and oversight for the continued growth and advancement of the University's research enterprise, externally funded programs, and innovation initiatives.
• Establish and implement strategic priorities that enhance Southeastern's competitiveness for external funding, elevate its research profile, and expand its impact.
• Foster interdisciplinary research and scholarship.
• Support faculty development and success in securing external funding.
• Promote student engagement in research and experiential learning.
• Cultivate partnerships with government agencies, industry, community organizations, and other stakeholders to strengthen the University's research capacity, advance innovation and economic development initiatives, and contribute to workforce and community development.
• Champion a culture of inquiry, collaboration, and excellence.
• Serve on the University Research Council.
• Work collaboratively with University leadership to advance research, innovation, and externally funded initiatives across the institution.

What This Job Offers

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