The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Dean for the School of Arts and Sciences, tasked with providing visionary leadership and ensuring academic excellence. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in academic administration and a strong record of teaching and research, with a focus on innovative curriculum development and community engagement
Job Summary
The Dean serves as the chief academic and administrative officer of the School, providing visionary leadership to ensure academic excellence, operational effectiveness, and external engagement while advancing UAPB’s mission.
Key responsibilities include championing innovation in curriculum and pedagogy, cultivating industry and alumni partnerships, and positioning the School as a hub for research, entrepreneurship, and workforce development.
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU committed to providing a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch.
Matching Summary
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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Dean for the School of Arts and Sciences, tasked with providing visionary leadership and ensuring academic excellence. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in academic administration and a strong record of teaching and research, with a focus on innovative curriculum development and community engagement.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
academic and administrative officer
visionary leadership
student success and experiential learning
budgetary management
research, innovation, and entrepreneurship
external engagement and visibility
Nice-to-have
foster partnerships with industry
drive meaningful outcomes
cultivate strong relationships
Key Requirements
earned doctorate in a discipline within the School of Arts and Sciences
minimum three years senior leadership experience
distinguished record of teaching, research, and scholarly achievement
strong fiscal management skills
proven success as a strategic and innovative leader