Associate Professor/Professor & Associate Dean for Research in the College of Science & Mathematics

Texas A&M University System; Stephenville (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarleton State University invites applications for the position of Associate Professor/Professor and Associate Dean for Research in the College of Science & Mathematics. This role offers strategic leadership for growth in research, scholarship and externally funded activity on campus and beyond.

The Associate Dean leads research priorities, mentors faculty in grantsmanship, and collaborates with COSM leadership to advance the college's scholarly footprint in Stephenville and across Texas.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the growth of research, scholarship, innovation, and externally funded activity within COSM.
• Work with College and University leadership to establish research priorities, identify opportunities for strategic growth, and address barriers to faculty research productivity.
• Increase faculty participation and success in competitive external funding through mentoring, proposal development, grant-writing.
• Oversee College research facilities, centers, institutes, shared instrumentation, core facilities, or Timberlake Field Station as assigned by the Dean.
• Mentor new and early-career faculty in developing research programs that support tenure and promotion progress.
• Represent COSM in University research initiatives and liaise with offices supporting sponsored programs, research administration, graduate education, research compliance, and facilities.

Job description

Job Title

Associate Professor/Professor & Associate Dean for Research in the College of Science & Mathematics

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

College of Science & Mathematics

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Associate Professor/Professor and Associate Dean for Research in the College of Science and Mathematics . As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives-on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco , along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.

At the heart of it all is Stephenville , where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

No matter where you're located-on campus or online-you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.

Important Immigration Information

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

The Associate Dean serves as a senior academic and administrative leader and works with the Dean, department heads, faculty, and University research leadership to advance the College's research mission.

The Associate Dean provides strategic leadership for the growth, quality, visibility, and impact of research and scholarship across COSM. Primary responsibilities include increasing externally funded research, mentoring faculty in research development and grantsmanship, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, strengthening research infrastructure, supporting graduate and undergraduate research, and helping establish and achieve College research priorities. The Associate Dean will also mentor new and early-career faculty in developing research programs that support successful progress toward tenure and promotion.

The Associate Dean represents COSM in University research initiatives and serves as a liaison with offices supporting sponsored programs, research administration, graduate education, research compliance, and research facilities. The successful candidate will maintain an active scholarly program, contribute to teaching and service, and participate broadly in College leadership and operations. Responsibilities may also include oversight of College research facilities, centers, institutes, shared instrumentation, core facilities, or the Timberlake Field Station, as assigned by the Dean.

This position reports to the Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics and serves as a member of the College leadership team. The standard work expectation is face-to-face, with the employee physically present on the main campus in Stephenville, Texas. Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM or as work and teaching responsibilities indicate. May be assigned to teach through approved instructional modalities, as determined by the institution based on operational needs. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Responsibilities

50% - Research Leadership and Administration:

Provide strategic leadership for the growth of research, scholarship, innovation, and externally funded activity within COSM.

Work with College and University leadership to establish research priorities, identify opportunities for strategic growth, and address barriers to faculty research productivity.

Increase faculty participation and success in competitive external funding through mentoring, proposal development, grant-writ