Associate Dean of Students and Educational Innovation

Position Details

Department: College of Engineering (ENG)
Position Title: Administrator 1-Assoc Dean
Job Title: Associate Dean of Students and Educational Innovation
Appointment Type: Professional Faculty
Job Location: Corvallis
Benefits Eligible: Full-Time, benefits eligible

Oregon State University invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate Dean of Students and Educational Innovation in the College of Engineering. This is an exceptional opportunity for an innovative, student‑centered leader to shape the future of one of the nation’s largest and most dynamic engineering undergraduate communities. The Associate Dean will serve as a key member of the College’s leadership team, providing strategic direction for student life, learning, support, and success across the undergraduate experience, from recruitment through graduation, and beyond.

• Student Success and Learning Environment: Ensure every student has access to the academic resources, learning experiences, and support systems needed to succeed; strengthen a high‑engagement learning environment that supports student persistence, well‑being, and academic excellence across the College.
• Academic Innovation and Program Leadership: Guide the design, implementation, and assessment of evidence‑based, innovative curricula; partner with faculty and key units to elevate teaching excellence; lead faculty development workshops and evaluate teaching; oversee course offerings and foster interdisciplinary academic programs; collaborate with the Honors College.
• Enrollment, Advising & Student Support: Collaborate with recruitment units; lead coordinated academic advising; oversee scholarship administration; advance student wellness; improve pathways for pre‑engineering students; establish and uphold clear academic integrity policies.
• Experiential Learning and Co‑Curricular Engagement: Lead the College’s experiential learning ecosystem; collaborate with Strategic Partnerships to expand internships, co‑ops, and industry partnerships; grow research, leadership, study‑abroad, and service‑learning opportunities; oversee college student council and organizations.
• Strategic and Operational Leadership: Oversee the Student Affairs team; foster collaborative relationships with faculty and staff; contribute to long‑term visioning and implementation of strategic plan initiatives.
• College and University Engagement: Serve on the College Leadership Team; represent the College on university‑wide committees; communicate student‑success priorities across campus; engage in ongoing professional development.

• Demonstrated ability to anticipate emerging trends in engineering education, AI, and online learning, and to articulate a forward‑looking vision.
• Track record designing and advancing holistic student success systems, improving retention, reducing achievement gaps, and supporting diverse student populations.
• Expertise in evidence‑based pedagogy, assessment, and instructional improvement; champion curricular innovation and faculty engagement in teaching excellence.
• Experience expanding high‑impact learning opportunities and building partnerships with industry and research centers.
• Success supervising staff and leading cross‑unit teams, building cohesive advising and academic support systems.
• Experience leading continuous improvement and accreditation efforts, establishing clear policies upholding academic standards.
• A doctoral degree in engineering or related field.
• Must hold rank of Associate Professor or higher with Tenure or equivalent teaching ranks.

This position is designated as a critical or security‑sensitive position; therefore the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check. Candidates must be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self‑report convictions and may be subject to additional checks every 24 months.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website before hire. OSU is a fair‑chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. This job has “critical or security‑sensitive” responsibilities.

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