Dean School of Graduate Studies

DEAN OF THE SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA

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The University of North Dakota is seeking candidates for the position of Dean of the School of Graduate Studies (SGS). Reporting directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean will provide visionary leadership for graduate education at North Dakota’s flagship university. This role offers an opportunity to advance UND’s mission of excellence in research, scholarship and graduate student success in alignment with UND’s strategic plan.

The anticipated starting date of the new dean will be July 1, 2026, or as soon as reasonable thereafter.

The Dean serves as the chief administrator over the School of Graduate Studies. Under the direction of the Provost and in partnership with the members of the Deans’ Council, the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies provides strategic leadership for shaping, growing, promoting, and administering initiatives that enhance the excellence of graduate programming and the graduate student experience at the university.

The Dean of the School of Graduate Studies works with campus leadership and the University Senate to support strategic graduate program development and initiatives designed to provide innovative and dynamic graduate student support structures across the units of the institution. The Dean will provide leadership and facilitate an environment for accomplishing strategic goals, as well as aligning the functioning of the School of Graduate Studies with UND’s broader academic identity and strategic planning.

Among the leadership and administrative functions of the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies are the following core responsibilities:

• Providing vision and leadership for the School of Graduate Studies in alignment with the University’s strategic plan and the leadership vision and objectives of the Office of the Provost.
• Partnering to grow enrollment in UND graduate programming, enhance the impact and reputation of UND’s graduate programs across the region and nationally, and grow the reputation of the university as a leading flagship research institution both nationally and globally.
• Serving as the chief administrator for the School of Graduate Studies and directing the operations of the unit.
• Representing the School of Graduate Studies on North Dakota University System (NDUS) initiatives and ensure compliance with NDUS reporting requirements.
• Supporting the growth of the research profile of the university through graduate programming, student and post-doc support, resource development, and advocacy.
• Collaborating on the development of a strategic array of interdisciplinary programs and innovative curriculum that will enhance graduate recruitment, enrollment, and persistence at the university, and will prepare graduates for career opportunities across both public and private industry, enterprise, and higher education.
• Overseeing policies and procedures related to graduate education at the University of North Dakota and ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and requirements.
• Successfully leading and supporting graduate program assessment and accreditation initiatives.
• Providing visible advocacy to develop and advance resources for graduate education, including fundraising activities and stewarding an involved donor network for the School.
• Overseeing the development and administration of innovative and dynamic student support services that recognize the unique needs of online and on-campus students, fostering a culture of engagement, belonging, and responsiveness for graduate students at the university.
• Providing strategic oversight of the Gershman Graduate Center, ensuring its mission and initiatives remain aligned with institutional priorities and strategy.
• Administering policy and procedure related to Graduate Faculty Status among the professoriate of the university. Providing mentoring and professional training opportunities for graduate faculty.
• Administering processes and policies on campus related to the creation and awarding of graduate assistantships…