Dean of Engineering — Lead Innovation & Education

The Cooper Union; New York (NY); On-site; USD 340,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% retirement contribution

Generous paid holidays

Summer hours on Fridays

Job summary

The Cooper Union's Albert Nerken School of Engineering seeks a Dean to lead a top US undergraduate engineering program. Reporting to the President, the Dean will guide strategic planning, fundraising, and academic policy, while advancing free undergraduate education initiatives and cross-disciplinary collaboration with architecture, art and humanities.

The Dean will mentor faculty, oversee budget and appointments, engage with students, alumni and industry partners, and help elevate research and

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent terminal degree in engineering or related field.
• Strong record of undergraduate teaching and leadership in engineering.
• Experience with ABET accreditation and program assessment.

Responsibilities

• Develop fundraising strategies and engage alumni and industry partners.
• Partner with college leadership to craft a strategic plan for the School.
• Engage with students, faculty and staff; may teach one course per semester.
• Lead faculty development, promotion, and tenure processes.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaborations across engineering, science, and arts.
• Oversee budget, resource allocation and external partnerships.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Fundraising

Communication

Alumni engagement

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Budget management

Academic leadership

Education

PhD or equivalent terminal degree

Job description

The Cooper Union's Albert Nerken School of Engineering seeks a Dean to lead a top US undergraduate engineering program. Reporting to the President, the Dean will guide strategic planning, fundraising, and academic policy, while advancing free undergraduate education initiatives and cross-disciplinary collaboration with architecture, art and humanities.

The Dean will mentor faculty, oversee budget and appointments, engage with students, alumni and industry partners, and help elevate research and