Dean Of The School Of Agriculture, Fisheries, And Human Sciences And Director Of 1890 Research And Extension

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, US
Academic leadership and administration
Budget management and fiscal accountability
Research and extension program oversight
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff invites candidates to lead its School of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Human Sciences, emphasizing a student-centered culture and experiential learning to prepare leaders who contribute solutions to societal challenges

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff invites candidates to lead its School of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Human Sciences, emphasizing a student-centered culture and experiential learning to prepare leaders who contribute solutions to societal challenges.
  • The Dean and Director will provide visionary leadership across teaching, research, Extension, and outreach, fostering interdisciplinary programs and ensuring alignment with the land-grant mission while managing budgets and faculty development.
  • The institution offers a close-knit academic environment with diverse programs, extensive research funding, Cooperative Extension services, and opportunities for global engagement, located in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff invites candidates to lead its School of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Human Sciences, emphasizing a student-centered culture and experiential learning to prepare leaders who contribute solutions to societal challenges.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Academic leadership and administration
  • Budget management and fiscal accountability
  • Research and extension program oversight
  • Student success and experiential learning
  • Faculty recruitment and mentorship
  • Collaborative and transparent communication
  • Compliance and accreditation management

Nice-to-have

  • Interdisciplinary teaching and research
  • Technological proficiency in education
  • Fundraising and external partnership cultivation
  • Innovative and strategic visioning
  • Shared governance commitment
  • Data-informed decision-making
  • Leadership inspiring innovation and trust

Key Requirements

  • Earned doctorate in relevant discipline
  • Minimum three years senior leadership experience
  • Tenured appointment eligibility at Professor rank
  • Strong fiscal management skills
  • Experience at land-grant institution preferred
  • Proven strategic and innovative leadership
  • Commitment to land-grant mission

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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