Associate Dean, College of Engineering and Computer Science

Associate Dean, College of Engineering and Computer Science

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title

Faculty Rank or Job Title Associate Dean, College of Engineering and Computer Science

Job Category:

Job Category:
Faculty/Instructional

Department

Department College of Eng & Computer Sci Admin

EEO number:

EEO number: 26Y002

Position FTE

100%

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate Negotiable

Salary Band:

Salary Band: NA FA

Job Summary/Basic Function:

The Associate Dean of Engineering will play a crucial role in supporting the overall leadership and advancement of academic programs within the college. This position requires an experienced and visionary individual with a strong background in engineering education, research, and administration. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Dean, faculty, vice provosts and other administrative staff to advance the strategic goals of the college, foster academic excellence, support faculty development, and contribute to the overall success and growth of the institution.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in an engineering discipline or a related field.
• At least three years of experience in engineering, higher education or related field OR 1-2 years of experience in engineering, higher education or related field, with a record of accomplishing one or more major initiatives.
• Demonstrated success in fostering academic excellence, research and innovation.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Essential Functions and percent of time:

Academic Leadership – 30%

• Foster a culture of academic excellence and innovation within the college.
• Work closely with the Dean to develop and update the college strategic plan as well as instituting metrics to measure and track progress towards achieving stated goals.
• Ensure lively committee activity that supports shared governance in academics.

Student Success – 25%

• Work closely with department chairs to recruit, develop, and retain high-quality faculty.
• Support faculty in their research, teaching, and professional development efforts.
• Collaborate with the Dean and other administrators to enhance student recruitment, retention, and graduation rates.
• Coordinate with student advising and support services to ensure a positive academic experience.
• Implement initiatives to enhance student engagement and experiential learning opportunities.
• Assist in resolving student grievances or conflicts, including mediating between students and faculty as necessary.
• Develop, in coordination with the Dean, policies for handling student misconduct, ensure fair processes, and provide education on rights and responsibilities.

Curriculum Development and Enhancement – 15%

• Collaborate with the Dean and faculty to develop and implement academic programs, ensuring alignment with the college’s strategic goals.
• Lead efforts to design, develop, and enhance academic programs in alignment with industry trends and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with department chairs and faculty to implement innovative teaching methodologies and ensure currency in course content.
• Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation among faculty and students.

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):

Accreditation and Quality Assurance – 10%

• Manage accreditation processes and ensure compliance with relevant accrediting bodies.
• Implement and oversee mechanisms for continuous improvement and quality assurance in academic programs

Collaboration with Departments – 15%

• Foster effective communication and collaboration among academic departments.
• Support department chairs in the development and implementation of academic policies and procedures.
• Develop, review, and update academic policies and procedures in collaboration with faculty and other stakeholders.
• Ensure consistent application and communication of academic policies

Faculty Development – 5%

• Work closely with the Dean on faculty development activities consistent with the college strategic plan.
• Work closely with department chairs…