academic dean – college or university

uOttawa; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 230,000 - 318,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university is seeking an Academic Dean to oversee research and curriculum development in a hybrid role. This permanent full-time position requires an earned doctorate and at least 5 years of academic leadership experience. The successful candidate will manage budgets and supervise staff, ensuring high-quality education and development. Benefits include health plans, life insurance, and training opportunities, among others. Interested candidates must be authorized to work in Canada.

Benefits

Health care plan

Pension plan

On-site amenities

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate degree required.
• 5 years or more in a related academic leadership role.
• Bilingual (English and French) proficiency needed.

Responsibilities

• Direct, through subordinate staff, research and curriculum development.
• Plan, administer and control budgets for projects, programs, support services and equipment.
• Recommend and approve faculty appointments.
• Supervise more than 20 staff members.

Job description

Academic Dean – College or University

Job details

• Location: Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5
• Work location: Hybrid (both in person and remotely)
• Salary: $230,115 to $317,358 per year (to be negotiated) / 35 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent, Full time
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1

Responsibilities

• Direct, through subordinate staff, research and curriculum development
• Plan, administer and control budgets for projects, programs, support services and equipment
• Recommend and approve faculty appointments
• Supervise more than 20 staff members

Qualifications

• Education: Earned doctorate degree
• Experience: 5 years or more in a related academic leadership role
• Language proficiency: Bilingual (English and French)
• Relocation willingness: Yes

Benefits

• Health benefits: Dental plan, Disability benefits, Health care plan, Vision care benefits
• Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits, Life insurance, Pension plan
• Long‑term benefits: Long‑term care insurance, Maternity and parental benefits
• Other benefits: Learning/training paid by employer, On‑site amenities, On‑site recreation and activities

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• A Canadian citizen
• A permanent resident of Canada
• A temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-01-06