Dean, Raj Soin College of Business

Job Summary/Basic Function:

Wright State University invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the Raj Soin College of Business (RSCoB). Reporting directly to the Provost and Senior Vice President Academic Affairs, this role will have the executive and academic responsibility for RSCoB. The successful candidate will be a person with superb leadership skills, unassailable character, and a passionate commitment to student success.

The candidate will lead the College in realizing its vision to be a dynamic business leadership learning community that nurtures life‑long education and creates a positive impact on business and society. At a time when global forces are demanding innovative approaches to business education, the Dean of RSCoB will play a key leadership role in the advancement and ongoing success of one of the region’s most accessible colleges.

The Dean must be prepared to support varied undergraduate and Masters‑level programs, lead a diverse faculty, and uphold existing collaborative partnerships, while simultaneously developing new partnerships across the University and community. This is an outstanding opportunity for a creative and energetic individual who will be leading a college aligned with the University’s mission of integrating learning, research, innovation, and experience to empower all students to excel in their lives and chosen careers.

The University will consider candidates with significant leadership experience in academia and/or industry. Candidates whose primary leadership experience is in higher education must have at least five years of experience as a department chair or higher and an earned doctorate. Candidates whose primary leadership experience is outside of higher education must have at least five years of experience as a senior executive in an organization of significance and a bachelor’s degree.

• A forward‑looking vision for business education and the ability to collaboratively develop and implement a strategic plan.
• A demonstrated commitment to data‑informed decision making and a collaborative and transparent decision mode for policy development and implementation.
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to inspire and engage constituents in the College, Dayton community members, and corporate partners.
• Demonstrated experience developing and nurturing beneficial relationships with a range of individuals, fostering interdisciplinary work across the University, and enhancing workforce development.
• Experience with student/customer recruitment and retention.
• A student‑centered approach that prioritizes visibility and engagement with students across all programs and advances efforts that further student success and outcomes.
• A proven track record in recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top faculty or employees.