Dean, Agriculture & Natural Resources - Innovation Leader

Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln seeks a dean for the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. The dean will champion innovation, collaboration, and student success while advancing transformative learning across agriculture, natural resources, and food systems.

The ideal candidate will lead strategic academic programs, strengthen partnerships with industry and communities, and foster a culture of research excellence,

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a field represented within CASNR.
• Record of excellence in teaching, research, and/or extension; and scholarship commensurate with professorial tenure.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in higher education at department/school/center level or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for CASNR's academic enterprise with a focus on innovative, future‑focused programs and student learning.
• Enhance student success, retention, engagement, belonging, well‑being, and career readiness through evidence‑based practices.
• Expand experiential and applied learning opportunities (internships, undergrad research, industry partnerships).
• Strengthen partnerships with employers, alumni, commodity groups, and Nebraska communities.
• Develop pathways from K‑12 to community colleges and university partnerships to inspire and develop future students.
• Support faculty excellence in teaching, mentoring, advising, and curriculum innovation.
• Promote transdisciplinary learning addressing food systems, natural resources, health, and emerging technologies.
• Cultivate a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and lifelong learning across the college.
• Strengthen CASNR’s reputation as a destination of choice for transformative education and meaningful careers.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Collaborative leadership

Fundraising experience

Strategic thinking

Education

Doctoral degree

Job description

The Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln seeks a dean for the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. The dean will champion innovation, collaboration, and student success while advancing transformative learning across agriculture, natural resources, and food systems.

The ideal candidate will lead strategic academic programs, strengthen partnerships with industry and communities, and foster a culture of research excellence,