Valparaiso University - College of Engineering - Dean of the College of Engineering

INSTITUTION: Valparaiso University
DEPARTMENT: College of Engineering
POSITION: Dean of the College of Engineering
LINK: www.valpo.edu/engineering/deansearch
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The College of Engineering at Valparaiso University is focused on excellence in undergraduate education, offering ABET-accredited degree programs in Civil, Computer, Electrical, and Mechanical engineering.

The Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer of the College of Engineering and reports directly to the Provost.  The Dean is responsible for all aspects of planning, leadership, and administration of the College of Engineering.  The Dean will be expected to demonstrate innovative leadership and provide vigorous support of the academic programs by fostering relationships within the University and with industrial and international constituencies.

Located in Northwest Indiana, Valparaiso University is a comprehensive international Lutheran university consisting of five undergraduate colleges, a graduate school, and a law school.  The College of Engineering, with 28 faculty and staff, provides an excellent undergraduate education to nearly 400 students. The College of Engineering is highly ranked among engineering colleges not offering doctoral degrees.

The successful candidate is expected to possess the following:

• An earned doctorate in an engineering discipline and a distinguished record of teaching, professional experience, and scholarly activities;
• The ability to function as a team member in a cooperative administrative structure and provide motivational leadership within a collegial setting;
• A strong commitment to undergraduate engineering education;
• A commitment to promote the recruitment and retention of qualified students and faculty;
• A commitment to strengthen alumni, community, and industrial relations;
• The ability to develop new funding sources;
• Experience in the area of introducing new programs and increasing enrollment;
• A commitment to capitalizing on domestic and international opportunities;
• A commitment to cultural diversity and the ability to work with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds;
• An interest in working at a university engaged in issues in Christian higher education in the Lutheran tradition.

 

Review of applications will begin October 15, 2012.  Please submit letter of interest along with a complete resume, to:

Dean Search Committee, engineering@valpo.edu

More information on the position as well as on Valparaiso University and its College of Engineering can be found at www.valpo.edu/engineering/deansearch

Valparaiso University does not unlawfully discriminate and aims to employ persons of various backgrounds and experiences to help constitute a diverse community.  Its entire EOE policy can be found at http:/www.valpo.edu/equalopportunity/index.php