Dean of the Graduate School

Miami University Alumni Association•Oxford, AL

1d•$225,000 - $250,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of the Provost invites nominations and/or applications for the position of Dean of the Graduate School. This is a full-time, unclassified position to begin as soon as practical. Miami University is a highly respected and distinctive public institution of higher education that is recognized for outstanding undergraduate education and selective graduate and research programs. The University serves the citizens of the state of Ohio, as well as an established regional and an increasingly national constituency. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced, visionary leader to help grow, enhance, and advance Miami University. With a student body of over 16,000 undergraduate and approximately 2,000 graduate students at its Oxford campus, Miami effectively combines a wide range of strong academic programs with the personal attention ordinarily found only at much smaller institutions. Graduate programs complement and enhance the undergraduate educational experience. Beyond Oxford, two regional campuses, Miami Online, and the Voice of America Learning Center, collectively enroll an additional approximately 3,500 students, providing key access points and opportunities for traditional and non-traditional students alike. The Dolibois European Center in Luxembourg, provides Miami students with a unique opportunity for an immersive study abroad experience. The University’s curriculum and commitment to the highest quality instruction have earned it exceptional recognition: Miami is ranked No. 65 nationally among public universities in "Best Colleges – National Universities2027” by U.S. News & World Report. Among all national universities, Miami is ranked No. 133 out of 422 universities on the list. Miami rankings for engineering (no doctorate), business, accounting, best colleges for veterans, and best in-state value, are in the top 100 of the 2027 US News ranking. Miami ranks No. 10 nationally for its commitment to undergraduate teaching in the 2027 US News ranking. Miami has been on the list since 2009. Miami ranks #26 among publics and #1 among all Ohio schools for Earnings by Major in the 2027 US News Best Colleges ranking. LinkedIn ranked Miami at No. 5 among public schools and No. 44 overall in its 2026 Top Colleges edition. Miami University’ Honors College is ranked No. 5overall in the 50 Best Honors Colleges for 2026 by College Transitions.

Requirements

Terminal doctoral degree in a relevant discipline at Miami University.
5+ years of administrative experience in higher education (associate dean, department chair) preferably at the graduate level, or equivalent.
A distinguished record of research or creative work, teaching, and service consistent with the rank of associate or full professor with tenure.
Demonstrated leadership experience at the department, college, and/or university level including fiscal management.

Nice To Haves

Experience at an R1 institution.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean of the Graduate School will provide dynamic leadership for graduate education at Miami University and be an advocate for the role and importance of graduate education both within the university and with external audiences.
The Dean leads and directs all core functions of the Graduate School, including administrative operations, planning, policy, program development, marketing, and student admissions and student recruitment, as well as works collaboratively with the provost, other deans, and departments to advance, promote, and support academic excellence in graduate education at Miami University.
Develops, implements and administers the policies and procedures of the Graduate School, including, recruitment, admissions, enrollment, monitoring and recording of academic progress and milestones, and the awarding of degrees.
Develops and articulates a university-wide vision and strategic plan for graduate education.
Evaluates the portfolio of graduate programs and recommend investments, restructuring, consolidation, or discontinuation when appropriate.
Assists individual programs and departments with strengthening their graduate programs in ways that are consistent with the mission of the university and responsive to emerging intellectual areas.
Collaborates with academic deans and other institutional leaders.
Works with faculty to develop innovative and relevant curricular degree and non-degree granting programs.
Supervises Graduate School staff; currently 3 direct reports.
Serves as Chair of Graduate Council.
Serves as the university’s representative on the ODHE Chancellor’s Council of Graduate Studies.
Conducts other duties as assigned by the Provost.