Faculty Positions
Position Title /
Rank: |
Associate Dean, Academic |
College: |
College of Physical and Engineering Science |
Deadline: |
January 15, 2010 |
Position
Description: |
Applications are sought from tenured faculty at the University of Guelph for the position of Associate Dean (Academic). The position carries 60% release time from the incumbent’s department. The initial appointment will be for five years, and is renewable once. The preferred start date is May 1, 2010.
The primary role of the Associate Dean (Academic) is to co-ordinate the management of undergraduate programs in the College and provides leadership for curriculum innovation. Specifically, the Associate Dean (Academic) will share responsibility for the oversight and governance of the programs sponsored by the College.
The Associate Dean (Academic) will take a lead role in matters related to liaison and student recruitment, assist the Dean in the monitoring of teaching assignments, represent the College on committees and task forces related to curriculum, deal with academic misconduct cases in undergraduate programs, act as Dean on occasion, and take up other duties as required.
Applicants should have significant experience in academic management, especially in the leadership of curriculum change, and be committed to a learner-centered approach to education. Inquiries and applications should be directed to:
The closing date for applications is January 15, 2010. Applicants must submit a full curriculum vitae, a brief (2-3 page) self assessment of the skills and experience that they would bring to the position, and the names of three referees.
All candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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| The University of Guelph is committed to equity in its policies, practices, and programs, supports diversity in its teaching, learning and work environments, and ensures that applications for members of underrepresented groups are seriously considered under its employment equity policy. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our University community are encouraged to apply. | |