"Dean, College of Health Sciences"

The University of Michigan–Flint seeks a collaborative, strategic leader to serve as the next Dean of the College of Health Sciences (CHS).

One of the University's fastest-growing academic units, CHS offers a comprehensive portfolio of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across allied health, rehabilitative sciences, public health, clinical sciences, social work, exercise science, and health administration. The College enrolls a large and diverse student population across in-person, hybrid, and online modalities and attracts learners from across Michigan and the broader region. Presently, the College serves over 700 undergraduate students and more than 500 graduate students. Experiential learning is central to the CHS mission, with students engaging in clinical placements, internships, community-based programs, laboratory studies, applied research, and interprofessional education that directly respond to regional workforce needs.

The next Dean will guide the College at an important moment. As the University enters a new phase of strategic planning, the Dean will work closely with faculty, staff, students, and campus leaders to advance academic excellence, support program innovation, strengthen interprofessional learning, and promote student-centered practices that serve both traditional and non-traditional learners. The Dean will deepen CHS's community engagement, enhance collaborations with health systems and external partners, and advocate for the College's needs and opportunities within the University of Michigan system, including relationships with Michigan Medicine.

The next Dean must have a record of successful academic leadership, hold an earned doctorate in a discipline represented within the College, and possess scholarly credentials suitable for appointment at the rank of full professor.

All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as two separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the profile. Professional references are not requested at this time. The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

WittKieffer is assisting UM-Flint in this search. Applications, nominations, and inquiries can be directed to Ryan Crawford, Bree Liddell, and Tyler Workman at UMFlint-CHSDean@wittkieffer.com. Application materials should be submitted by January 29, 2026, for full consideration.