Dean, College of Science

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); In loco; USD 150.000 - 230.000; Tempo pieno

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Texas State University invites applications to lead the newly reestablished College of Science as Dean, reporting to the Provost. The Dean will be chief academic and administrative officer, shaping strategic vision, growing research and graduate and undergraduate education, and directing associate deans, chairs, directors, and staff.

Candidates must hold a doctorate in a represented discipline, have tenure as full professor, and demonstrate progressive academic leadership.

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Texas State University (TXST) invites applications and nominations for a nationally recognized scholar and administrator to lead the newly reestablished College of Science as Dean.

Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean is a member of the Provost’s leadership team and serves as the chief academic and administrative officer for the College of Science. The Dean is responsible for developing and implementing a strategic vision to continue growing the College of Science's research and innovation portfolio, while effectively managing resources and personnel and providing high-quality graduate and undergraduate education in science. The Dean will oversee a team of associate deans, chairs, and directors, as well as administrative staff that manage a wide range of support functions.

This opportunity comes amid extraordinary momentum across Texas State University. The University enrolled more than 47,500 students in fall 2026, reported $196.4 million in research expenditures in 2026, and is investing $300 million over five years in research, faculty, and doctoral students. The Dean will capitalize on these investments to grow externally sponsored research, expand doctoral education, recruit and retain outstanding faculty, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and strengthen areas of research excellence. The Dean will also champion high-quality undergraduate and graduate education, support student success, and ensure that the College responds effectively to continued enrollment growth and increasing instructional demand.

The successful candidate will be an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and visible leader who can steward resources strategically, cultivate philanthropic and external partnerships, and advocate effectively for the College. Candidates must hold an earned doctorate in a discipline represented within the College or a closely related field; possess a record meriting appointment as a tenured full professor; and demonstrate progressively responsible academic leadership experience. The next Dean will bring a strong commitment to research and innovation excellence, student success, shared achievement, and building an environment in which faculty, staff, and students can thrive.

For full consideration, candidate materials should be received by January 26, 2027.

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.