Position Summary
The University of Southern Indiana (USI) invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education. USI is a vibrant state public university campus, enrolling more than 9,500 students from 88 Indiana counties, 47 states, and 36 nations. The University is located in Evansville, the third-largest city in Indiana. USI is a comprehensive public university, classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an "engaged university."
Duties/Responsibilities
These include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Provide visionary leadership in ensuring excellence in student learning at graduate and undergraduate levels with a special emphasis on undergraduate retention.
- Actively maintain accreditation of the College's programs and assist in University accreditation.
- Facilitate the recruitment and retention of faculty who will continue the College's progress.
- Oversee student recruitment and retention initiatives to ensure strategic growth of the College.
- Work with the USI Foundation to engage in fundraising on behalf of the College and University.
- Advance the development of nationally recognized research and scholarship.
- Extend and develop collaborations among the programs within the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education and with other Colleges, units, and programs.
- In conjunction with the Vice President for Finance and Administration, department chairs, faculty members, and Provost, develop budgetary priorities and effectively manage an annual budget.
- Provide strong and persuasive advocacy for the importance of the programs offered by the College.
- Build productive and enduring relationships with community institutions and residents.
- Lead external funding efforts for the College.
- Develop and maintain international programs and linkages.
- Enrich the quality of student life.
- Work with faculty and administration to ensure that USI is offering a state-of-the-art education.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Candidates must have an earned doctorate or terminal degree with the academic qualifications and achievements consistent with an appointment as a tenured, full professor in the College. Other demonstrated qualifications include leadership experience as a dean, chair, or in a comparable role; collaborative leadership style that fosters successful relationships with diverse groups of faculty, students, staff and administrators; support for faculty development in scholarship, research and high-quality teaching; a commitment to supporting the needs of all students, faculty, and staff.
Preferred Knowledge and Skills
Desired qualifications include a record of procurement of external funding; experience in community engagement and outreach; and development of multidisciplinary efforts across academic units.
Application Process
To learn more about the position and to apply, please visit: Dean, Pott College of Science, Engineering and Education
Application materials should include:
- Letter of application
- Current curriculum vitae
- Unofficial transcripts
- At least three references with full contact information including email addresses (References will not be contacted without consent from the applicant.)
Confidential inquiries are welcomed and nominations are invited. The review of candidates will begin March 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Nominations and questions should be forwarded to the search committee chair, Dr. Del Doughty at .
More information is available on the USI website at:
EEO Statement
The University of Southern Indiana is an EEO/AA employer. All individuals including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.