"Dean - College of Science"

About the Opportunity

THE SEARCH

Northeastern University - renowned for its innovative and entrepreneurial model of education and research - welcomes applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the College of Science. Northeastern's unique value proposition is grounded in several key tenets: an experiential education that prepares graduates to thrive in a technology-driven world; a global network of campuses and partners for students and faculty to leverage for learning and research; a deep investment in lifelong and experiential learning; a premium placed on pedagogical innovation; and a highly collaborative, partner-fueled research enterprise focused on high-impact solutions.

Northeastern has embarked on a new academic plan, Beyond 2025, that presents a unique vision of the future of education rooted in experience, emphasizing impact through education and research, and promoting deeply held values of service and respect. The Dean of the College of Science will lead the college's efforts to rethink the way education is delivered, with a greater focus on technology, personalization, and lifelong learning. They will build productive and creative partnerships across the whole of the university, including its global network, to leverage the strengths and experience of other academic units. As the college continues to grow, the dean will recruit and retain the best faculty and students, expanding the breadth of academic offerings and increasing the research productivity. The dean will engage outside partners-one of the hallmarks of the Northeastern model-to identify ways the college can coalesce academia and industry around greater societal challenges.

Finally, the dean will strengthen Northeastern's position as a truly global university, shaping its activities and fostering integrated education and research enterprise systems across all campuses around the world.

THE ROLE OF THE DEAN

As the chief academic and executive officer of the college, the Dean of the College of Science reports to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and serves alongside the other deans and the Chancellor as a member of Northeastern's academic leadership team. The dean holds ultimate responsibility for the colleges human capital - its faculty, staff, students - as well as its long-term planning and material resources, both physical and fiscal.

KEY OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FOR THE DEAN

• Define a pioneering strategy for the college in alignment with Northeastern's ambitious vision.
• Cultivate strong relationships and leverage the power of the global network.
• Improve operational excellence and sustainability in response to rapid growth.
• Strengthen and expand partnerships with a range of external stakeholders.
• Champion Northeastern's vision and advocate for the College of Science.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS

• A deep appreciation for Northeastern University's mission...
• A proven record of strategic and effective leadership...

APPLICATIONS, INQUIRIES, AND NOMINATIONS

Screening of complete applications will begin immediately... Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be sent via the Isaacson, Miller website: https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/northeastern-university-college-science/dean.

To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Dean---College-of-Science_R131707-1