Thank you for your interest in employment with Louisiana Tech University. Louisiana Tech University seeks an innovative, student-focused, and experienced leader to join the College of Engineering and Science (COES) as Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of promoting student retention and success, curriculum management and design, student recruitment, and program accreditation. This is a 12-month position that will be the chief academic administrator of all undergraduate programs within the college, reporting to the Dean of COES. Currently, there is an undergraduate enrollment of over 2700 students in 13 undergraduate programs in engineering, engineering technology, physical science, computer science, and mathematics. There is an abundance of innovative educational programs in the college supported by the Integrated STEM Educational Research Center, including the freshman engineering curriculum Living with the Lab and the Living with Cyber curriculum for Computer Science/Cyber Engineering. A major focus in COES is promoting interdisciplinary education and research activities, with over $5M of educational research funding over the past few years. LA Tech students have the fastest time to a degree among public universities in the state, and COES takes pride in the reputation of its graduates. The position will serve on the college leadership team and will contribute to the strategy and growth of the University.
Responsibilities:
- Support accreditation (ABET, SACS, etc.) and certifications of undergraduate programs
- Supervise student success and retention specialists, student activity leaders, outreach and curriculum coordinators
- Work in concert with university recruiting and admissions to support student matriculation efforts
- Help develop and refine curriculum in partnership with Program Chairs, assuring curriculum are consistent with accreditation requirements
- Ensure student success by managing and supporting student advising, support services, and student progress towards degree
- Promote timely communication with faculty, students, alumni, and external stakeholders in regard to undergraduate student activities, policies, and other COES business related activities
- Work with COES and University development to foster fundraising and alumni engagement
- Collaborate with the Dean and the COES Leadership Team to plan strategically to maintain and enhance the high level of student experiences in the college
- Work to promote success within a student body with diverse backgrounds
- Foster partnerships with industry to enhance student education, graduate success, and industrial support for student activities
Requirements: - Six years or more experience as faculty in one of the disciplines offered within COES or closely related
- Accomplishments commensurate with Associate Professor or comparable position
- Experience in leading academic or educational programs
- Evidence of working in a collaborative environment with students with diverse backgrounds.
- Prior experience with ABET accreditation and procedures is preferred
Interested candidates should compile a single PDF application that includes 1) a cover letter detailing qualifications, experience, and vision for the position; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) the names and contact information for at least three references. It is expected that candidates will include experiences and plans to support participation of underrepresented groups in STEM. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2024, and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. The starting date will be on or before July 1, 2025. Louisiana Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer and places a high priority on the creation of an environment supportive of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Posting Close Date: This position will remain open until filled. Please Note: Applications must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the Job Closing Date to ensure consideration. Note to Applicant: Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at the Louisiana Tech University may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.