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Job Description Summary
Miami University invites applications for the Associate Dean for Graduate Programs, Research and Innovation within the College of Engineering and Computing. The Associate Dean of Graduate Programs, Research and Innovation within the College of Engineering and Computing (CEC) will serve as the college leader for graduate education and promote excellence to further Miami’s image and standing as a nationally recognized, student-centered public research university. The Associate Dean should also have a strong commitment to working tirelessly to advance the principles of inclusive excellence within the college.

Job Description
The Associate Dean for Graduate Programs, Research and Innovation will:

• Develop a unique PhD program and support and grow existing graduate degree programs;
• Develop and promote research capacity by leveraging the expertise of faculty in both academic departments and proactively pursuing funding opportunities across a broad range of relevant areas;
• Advance the research mission and vision of CEC by learning and implementing best practices through attendance at the Associate Dean of Research forums nationally and making data informed decisions around leveraging faculty and staff expertise;
• Create research mentorship programs for students and faculty as part of the student and faculty development process;
• Build research infrastructure within the College and build partnerships both within the university and externally;
• Work with faculty to utilize innovative, evidence-based pedagogical techniques to improve student learning and increase student retention;
• Assist in identifying online courses in engineering and computing that have global reach and appeal, particularly in areas where there is high need and identify and work with faculty who can deliver the courses;
• Work closely with faculty and students to engage in tech transfer through partnerships with other units on campus;
• Chair the Inclusive Excellence Committee and think through innovative approaches to recruit and retain a diverse student body;
• Work closely with the Budget and Planning analyst to identify Graduate Assistant (GA) positions, allocate them equitably to departments and approve nominations;
• Serve as Chair of the College’s Graduate Council;
• Serve as CEC’s liaison to the Office of Research and Innovation;
• Approve Graduate courses for the college;
• Approve Graduate Faculty nominations;
• Approve in a timely manner sponsored project proposals through the Cayuse system;
• Lead, facilitate, and support grant-writing activities and proposal submissions in the quest for intra- and extramural funding including funding for research training;
• Serve as a resource for faculty seeking advice and support to develop strategic research initiatives in response to emerging opportunities;
• Increase awareness of online and in-person training opportunities in research;
• Facilitate reviews of grant proposals and manuscripts as requested by faculty members; and
• Lead the quest to establish Centers of Excellence by fostering research creativity and innovation throughout the College.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Miami seeks an exceptional leader with a strong record of academic accomplishment, collaboration, and a forward-looking vision to work closely with the Dean on strategic initiatives around graduate education, research, technology transfer and innovation. The Associate Dean shall possess significant leadership experience in undergraduate academic programs and a trajectory of increasing responsibility in administrative positions. The Associate Dean shall also have a PhD or other relevant terminal degree with the rank of full professor with tenure within an academic unit of the University.

Required Application Documents
Resume/CV and Cover Letter

Special Instructions (if applicable)
Inquiries may be directed to Tim Cameron at camerotm@miamioh.edu. Screening of applications will begin two (2) weeks from the date of posting and will continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Diversity Statement
Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act
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