Inaugural Dean, School of Arts & Sciences

Saint Anselm College; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Anselm College invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of the inaugural Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences. The Dean will lead a new school grounded in the College’s Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts identity, reporting to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and collaborating across divisions.

The Dean will shape curriculum, oversee budget and staffing, and promote inclusive excellence.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or terminal degree in an academic discipline within the arts, humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, or a related field; Significant experience in undergraduate and graduate liberal arts education.
• Substantial teaching experience, with knowledge surrounding pedagogy and online course delivery; Academic or administrative leadership experience, including strategic plan development and implementation; Demonstrated interest in and appreciation for the liberal arts; Commitment to academic freedom; Eligibility for appointment to a tenured position in an academic discipline within the proposed School of Arts and Sciences.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic plan development and implementation for the School of Arts and Sciences in alignment with the College's plan.
• Foster an inclusive environment and build partnerships with internal and external constituencies; collaborate with Advancement, Marketing, and Enrollment to recruit diverse students and secure support.
• Oversee curriculum development, faculty hiring, budgeting, accreditation readiness (NECHE), and cross-department collaboration.
• Represent the School on College committees and advance interdisciplinary, interprofessional initiatives.

Skills

Teaching experience

Academic leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Ph.D. or terminal degree in arts/humanities/social/natural sciences

Job description

Saint Anselm College invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of the inaugural Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences. The Dean will lead a new school grounded in the College’s Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts identity, reporting to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and collaborating across divisions.

The Dean will shape curriculum, oversee budget and staffing, and promote inclusive excellence.