Dean, Cameron School of Business

University of North Carolina Wilmington

Wilmington (NC)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

University of North Carolina Wilmington is seeking a Dean for the Cameron School of Business. This on-campus leadership role oversees academic programs, faculty, budget, and operations, reporting to the Provost. The Dean advances teaching excellence, research, and external engagement with the business community.

The role requires a doctorate and extensive senior leadership experience in higher education, with a commitment to shared governance and strategic planning. Wilmington, NC-based position.

Qualifications

Earned doctorate in an academic discipline from an accredited institution.
Record of distinguished accomplishments consistent with appointment as a tenured professor at UNCW.
Experience as an academic dean or comparable senior-level academic leader.
Demonstrated history of strong leadership and successful implementation of complex initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex academic organizations.
Ability to work effectively and collegially with faculty, staff, students, and community partners.
Commitment to shared governance, excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and decisive leadership.

Responsibilities

The Dean serves as the chief academic officer of the Cameron School of Business and oversees academic programs, faculty, personnel, budget, and operations.
Reports to the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and provides strategic leadership for instructional programs.
Leads planning with the division and represents the school at key university events and external engagements.

Skills

Leadership

Team builder

Fundraising

Strategic planning

Visionary leadership

Networking

Curriculum innovation

Education

Earned doctorate

Tenured professor experience

Academic dean experience

Leadership of complex initiatives

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

Posting Details

At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by a clear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, and strengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic vision and commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where employees can make meaningful contributions while growing their careers.

Located in coastal North Carolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic community with the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here, professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality of life-creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

As a member of the Seahawk community, you'll benefit from a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, and connection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. From comprehensive health coverage and retirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunities within the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, and wellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both at work and in your personal life.

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Dean serves as the chief academic officer of the Cameron School of Business, providing leadership and oversight for the school's academic programs, faculty, personnel, budget, and operations. Reporting to the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, the Dean provides strategic leadership for the school's instructional programs while advancing excellence in teaching, scholarship, creative work, and service.

As a member of the University's academic leadership team, the Dean collaborates with the Provost, fellow academic deans, and other University leaders in strategic planning for the Division of Academic Affairs. The Dean serves on the Provost's Cabinet and Provost's Deans Council, represents the Cameron School of Business at key University events, and serves as the primary liaison between the school and University administration. This is a full-time, on-campus leadership position based in Wilmington, North Carolina.

UNCW has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to support this recruitment. Confidential inquiries, nominations, and application materials may be directed to the Isaacson, Miller website. Search committee evaluations and interviews are anticipated during the Spring 2027 semester. The position will remain open until filled.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Earned doctorate in an academic discipline from an accredited institution.
Record of distinguished accomplishments consistent with appointment as a tenured professor at UNCW.
Experience as an academic dean or comparable senior-level academic leader.
Demonstrated history of strong leadership and successful implementation of complex initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex academic organizations.
Ability to work effectively and collegially with faculty, staff, students, and community partners.
Commitment to shared governance, excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and decisive leadership.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Dynamic, energetic, articulate, and motivational team builder.
Visionary leader with a commitment to transdisciplinary principles.
Demonstrated success in network development.
Experience establishing fundraising priorities and working collaboratively with the Office of Advancement to secure financial and other gift support for faculty, students, and academic programs.
Interest in developing and implementing innovative curricula that prepares the next generation of business professionals.

Required Certifications or Licensures

N/A

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Cameron School of Business (CSB) is one of UNCW's five academic colleges and is accredited by AACSB International, a distinction earned by fewer than six percent of business schools worldwide. The school serves approximately 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students and is home to approximately 140 full-time faculty and staff across five academic units. Through a comprehensive portfolio of undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, the Cameron School prepares students for successful professional careers and produces impactful research.

Dedicated scholars, practitioners, and staff accomplish the school's mission through scholarly activity, excellent teaching, applied learning, executive mentorship, community involvement, and international engagement. The Cameron School provides students with opportunities to engage in internships, research, global learning, and other high-impact experiences that connect academic preparation with professional practice while fostering meaningful engagement with the business community.

Building on a strong tradition of academic excellence, innovation, and engagement, the Cameron School continues to advance its vision of being widely recognized for its competitive graduates and innovative scholars. Through its award-winning faculty, impactful research, and strong partnerships with alumni, employers, and the broader business community, the school is preparing the next generation of ethical business leaders while contributing to the economic vitality of the region and beyond.

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research, and service. UNCW is distinguished by its commitment to putting students first, supporting world-class faculty and staff, delivering transformative learning experiences, and leveraging its unique proximity to the ocean. Recognized nationally for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and reflects emerging industries and interdisciplinary innovation.

A public institution with nearly 20,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's first bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

Founded as Wilmington College in 1947, UNCW moved to its present location in the heart of New Hanover County in 1961. The 660-acre campus is only minutes from Wrightsville Beach and historic downtown Wilmington and features Georgian architecture and designated conservation areas. Wilmington International Airport (ILM) provides commercial air service to cities both domestic and abroad and is just six miles from the UNCW campus.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

EEO Statement

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UN Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings

Single Incumbent

Months Per Year

12 Months

FTE

1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Type of Position

Permanent

Job Posting Date

10/23/2026

Vacancy Number

E1638