Dean of the College of Engineering and Sciences

Florida Institute of Technology•Melbourne, FL

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About The Position

The successful candidate must possess an earned doctorate or equivalent terminal degree from an accredited institution with scholarly achievements warranting appointment as a tenured Full Professor in an academic department within the College of Engineering and Science. The candidate must also possess a distinguished record of administrative and scholarly accomplishments, as well as proven capabilities in department, program-level, or university-level strategic planning and related decision-making. In addition, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following preferred qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of progressive academic leadership experience with previous experience as a dean, associate dean, or department head strongly preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Understanding of accreditation processes and requirements. Demonstrated success in fundraising and external partnership development. Experience with industry collaboration and technology transfer. Record of successful faculty recruitment and retention. Familiarity with emerging technologies and innovation ecosystems. Professional engineering licensure or equivalent professional credentials (if applicable).

Requirements

Earned doctorate or equivalent terminal degree from an accredited institution with scholarly achievements warranting appointment as a tenured Full Professor in an academic department within the College of Engineering and Science.
Distinguished record of administrative and scholarly accomplishments
Proven capabilities in department, program-level, or university-level strategic planning and related decision-making.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 5 years of progressive academic leadership experience with previous experience as a dean, associate dean, or department head strongly preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Understanding of accreditation processes and requirements.
Demonstrated success in fundraising and external partnership development.
Experience with industry collaboration and technology transfer.
Record of successful faculty recruitment and retention.
Familiarity with emerging technologies and innovation ecosystems.
Professional engineering licensure or equivalent professional credentials (if applicable).

Responsibilities

Provide strategic vision and leadership for the College of Engineering and Science.
Oversee curriculum development, assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support faculty in achieving excellence in teaching, research, and service.
Foster interdisciplinary collaboration within the college and across the university.
Ensure programs maintain high academic standards and relevant accreditations.
Lead recruitment, retention, and development of outstanding faculty and staff.
Conduct annual performance evaluations and support professional development.
Facilitate mentorship programs for junior faculty.
Champion research excellence and support faculty in securing external funding.
Develop strategic partnerships with industry, government agencies, and research institutions.
Establish and enhance infrastructure and programs to promote graduate research through collaboration with faculty, allowing graduate students to identify problems and seek solutions benefitting industry and society.
Ensure the engagement of undergraduate students in research projects, providing in-depth knowledge of real-world problems.
Promote technology transfer and commercialization opportunities.
Oversee research compliance and integrity initiatives.
Manage college budget and resources effectively.
Collaborate with the advancement team to develop and implement fundraising strategies for the college.
Manage a portfolio of donors and meet target fundraising goals for the college.
Oversee facilities planning and capital projects.
Ensure efficient administrative operations.
Represent the college to external constituencies including industry partners, alumni, and professional organizations.
Create and foster corporate relationships with external partners in key industries such as aerospace and technology.
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
Support student recruitment and retention efforts.
Engage in professional development and continuing education activities.