Dean, Dhillon School of Business

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Dean, Dhillon School of Business

Reporting to the Provost and Vice‑President (Academic), the Dean will provide strategic, visible, and values‑driven academic and administrative leadership to expand the reputation and profile of the Dhillon School of Business in both Lethbridge and Calgary, working collaboratively with a strong team of Deans across the University of Lethbridge and advancing a shared institutional vision. The Dean will promote excellence and integrity in research and scholarly activity, fostering a climate that encourages faculty and students to pursue excellence.

The role will champion the School’s distinctive identity, drive a forward‑looking vision and strategy, and support existing directions in digital transformation, innovation, and sustainability, upholding accreditation standards, strengthening the School’s reputation, and advancing graduate programming. The Dean will encourage excellence and productivity in business research, foster community and researcher collaborations, and actively raise the research profile of the School.

The Dean will serve as the public face and ambassador of the Dhillon School of Business, building strong relationships with business communities in Lethbridge and Calgary. With a service‑oriented approach, the Dean will engage faculty and staff, alumni and donors, industry partners, media, and the broader community through a visible and active presence that advances the School’s profile and impact.

The Dean will demonstrate a strong commitment to the student experience, working closely with students to ensure programs are relevant, experiential and responsive to real‑world realities. The role includes championing Indigenization initiatives, particularly the Indigenous Governance and Business Management program, fostering an inclusive learning environment, and embracing the University of Lethbridge’s connection to place, land and community through active engagement in the Lethbridge community.

The University of Lethbridge (uLethbridge) is Iniskim, or Sacred Buffalo Stone, and is located in the heart of traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory in southern Alberta. ULethbridge opened its doors in 1967 and established its home in west Lethbridge. In 1996 the University opened its Calgary Campus. Each year, ULethbridge welcomes approximately 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students from nearly 100 countries to its campuses.

ULethbridge is an inclusive university that values diverse experiences and backgrounds, ensuring all students find their place and purpose here. The university is committed to excellence and free inquiry in research, teaching and learning, serving both regional communities and the world.

Campus:
Lethbridge or Calgary

Hiring Salary Range: $210,000 – $234,000 (at 1.0 FTE)

The ideal candidate will hold a terminal degree in Business or a closely related field (PhD strongly preferred, MBA or equivalent may be considered) and bring a collaborative, relationship‑driven approach to leadership. The candidate will demonstrate integrity and humility, experience engaging diverse stakeholders, and make strategic, forward‑looking decisions. They will possess an entrepreneurial mindset, proven track record of identifying market and partnership opportunities, strong industry connections, and experience building and leading high‑performing teams.

The candidate will also have experience cultivating donor and partner relationships and be comfortable serving as the public face of the School, communicating effectively to diverse audiences with credibility, impact, and purpose.

The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.

The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.

For more information about this opportunity or to apply, please send an email in confidence to with the subject line “Dean, Dhillon School of Business”. Applications should include a curriculum vitae and letter of interest.

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