Dean Of The School Of Law

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience
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Academic and administrative leader
Legal scholarship and education
Strategic planning and budget management
** The University of Arkansas is seeking a Dean for its School of Law, a leadership position focused on elevating the law school's profile while promoting legal scholarship, professional development, and public service. The ideal candidate should possess strong management skills, a commitment to student success, and a collaborative leadership style, along with a Juris Doctorate and a record of scholarly achievement. **

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas School of Law is seeking a transformative academic leader to serve as its next dean, aiming to elevate the law school’s profile on local, regional, and national levels.
  • The dean will serve as the chief academic and administrative leader, overseeing academic programs, research, fundraising, strategic planning, budget management, and external partnerships.
  • The University of Arkansas is a land-grant institution classified as R1 for research activity, offering a vibrant work environment with a comprehensive benefits package.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas is seeking a Dean for its School of Law, a leadership position focused on elevating the law school's profile while promoting legal scholarship, professional development, and public service. The ideal candidate should possess strong management skills, a commitment to student success, and a collaborative leadership style, along with a Juris Doctorate and a record of scholarly achievement. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • academic and administrative leader
  • legal scholarship and education
  • strategic planning and budget management
  • fundraising and advancement initiatives
  • faculty and staff development
  • student recruitment and retention

Nice-to-have

  • visionary leader
  • shared governance and transparency
  • collaborative relationships
  • community engagement

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
  • Record of recognized scholarly or exceptional professional achievement
  • Appointment as a full professor with tenure

Work Rights

Not specified

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