Executive Dean of Arts & Sciences - Visionary Leadership

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington seeks an Executive Dean for the College of Arts and Sciences, the largest and oldest academic unit on campus. The role requires leading a broad College, articulating a compelling vision for undergraduate and graduate education, advancing research and creative activity, and ensuring financial sustainability and strategic investment.

The Executive Dean will work with deans, chairs, faculty, students, alumni, and external partners to strengthen student outcomes and

Qualifications

• Requires terminal degree and a record meriting appointment as tenured full professor.
• Demonstrated senior leadership experience in a complex academic organization.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate education, student success, and public service.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic vision and strategic leadership for the College of Arts and Sciences.
• Oversee budget, resource generation, and organizational sustainability.
• Advance research, teaching excellence, and student success across disciplines.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget management

Fundraising

External partnerships

Communication

Education

Terminal degree

Tenured full professor

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington seeks an Executive Dean for the College of Arts and Sciences, the largest and oldest academic unit on campus. The role requires leading a broad College, articulating a compelling vision for undergraduate and graduate education, advancing research and creative activity, and ensuring financial sustainability and strategic investment.

The Executive Dean will work with deans, chairs, faculty, students, alumni, and external partners to strengthen student outcomes and