Working Title:Associate Dean for Graduate Studies (Open to UNL Faculty Only)
Department:Graduate Studies-0900
Requisition Number:F 250034
Posting Open Date:04/10/2025
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date):05/12/2025
Open Until Filled:Yes
Description of Work:The Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) is looking for a tenured member of the UNL graduate faculty to serve as the next Associate Dean. This key leadership role oversees a dynamic team of four full-time staff who provide programming for current graduate and professional students, professional development for post-doctoral fellows at UNL, and coordination of onboarding and orientation of new students. The Associate Dean also provides oversight for our pipeline to graduate school programs such as Summer Research Program.
The Associate Dean's team is responsible for student support and development programs for graduate and professional students and post-doctoral fellows, including orientation and training events (e.g., individual development plans, teaching workshops, Preparing Future Faculty, and teaching assistant training) and supporting best practices for graduate education in graduate programs. The Associate Dean leads OGS contributions to faculty-led training grants, including helping identify opportunities and facilitating interdepartmental teams. The Associate Dean supervises four full-time staff and stands in when the Dean is unavailable.
The Associate Dean serves on the OGS Leadership Team, contributing to the strategic direction and daily operations of the Office of Graduate Studies. There are opportunities to connect with peers in higher education and travel to BTAA and Council of Graduate Schools meetings.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about graduate and professional education and who is committed to university values and strategic goals, including student retention and supporting the success of every student. This is an excellent opportunity to gain administrative experience while maintaining one's research/creative activity and departmental connections.
Please contact Associate Vice Chancellor and Dean of Graduate Education Debra Hope at for more information.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska's preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
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Minimum Required Qualifications:- Graduate Faculty member with tenure at UNL.
- Experience working with graduate and/or professional students.
- Grant writing or reviewing experience with federal, state, or foundation funding sources.
- At least one year of academic administrative experience such as Graduate Committee Chair or program coordinator.
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience with training grants.
- At least one year of experience supervising staff or leading a team.
Work Location (City, State):Lincoln, NE
Criminal History Background Check Required:No
How to Apply:Click "Apply for this Job," complete the Faculty/Academic Administrative information form, and attach the following documents:
- Cover letter.
- Current curriculum vita.
- Names and contact information of three professional references.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:Please contact Associate Vice Chancellor and Dean of Graduate Education Debra Hope at for more information.
Job Category (old):Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading
Job Type:Full-Time
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?:No
If Temporary, indicate end date:June 2028
Planned Hire Date:6-1-2025
Organizational Location:Default Location