Associate Dean for Research & Creative Scholarship
Associate Dean for Research & Creative Scholarship
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Virginia Tech is a renowned public research university located in Blacksburg Virginia. With a commitment to innovation excellence and a collaborative spirit the university has a distinguished reputation for fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
The College of Architecture Arts and Design (AAD)comprised of the School of Architecture the School of Design the School of Performing Arts and the School of Visual Artslaunched in July 2022. Among its core values is a commitment to curiosity inquiry and exploration through research and creative scholarship.
The college invites applications for the position of Associate Dean of Research and Creative Scholarship. The associate dean will be integral to developing AADs diverse research areas. Reporting to the dean they will in consultation with the faculty community help to cultivate the culture and infrastructure required to advance the colleges research and creative endeavors by providing strategic leadership and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration within the college and beyond.
The college seeks a visionary collaborative leader who embraces and thrives in a startup environment of a new college composed of accomplished awardwinning architects artists and designers. Primary responsibilities and expectations of this position include:
Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a visionary strategy for research and creative scholarship within the college by building upon existing strengths and identifying new opportunities. Align the colleges research goals with Virginia Techs overall mission and the strategic priorities of both the university and the college.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Facilitate crossdisciplinary collaboration among faculty students and external partners to promote innovative research and creative initiatives that address complex challenges.
Research Support: Provide leadership in securing external funding grants and resources to support research and creative projects within the college. Offer guidance and mentorship to faculty and students.
Promotion of Scholarship: Advocate for the colleges distinctive research and creative scholarship achievements both within the university and on a national and international level. Enhance the visibility and impact of the colleges scholarly work.
Faculty Development: Collaborate with faculty and leadership to identify opportunities for professional growth research collaboration and creative exploration. Support the development of researchfocused initiatives that contribute to faculty success.
Student Engagement: Create opportunities for students to engage collaboratively with faculty in research and creative scholarship fostering a culture of inquiry exploration and innovation among the colleges student community.
Administrative Management: Collaborate with other college leaders to ensure effective management of resources and operations related to research and creative scholarship initiatives.
While the priority of the position will be to provide strategic leadership and foster interdisciplinary collaboration it is expected that the successful candidates own research and/or creative scholarship will enhance the colleges community and external profile.
The initial appointment is for a 5year term with the opportunity for renewal.
Required Qualifications
Possession of a terminal degree in a discipline relevant to the colleges fields of study
Proven record of research or creative scholarship that demonstrates expertise in a relevant discipline and accomplishments qualifying them for appointment at the rank of tenured professor in one of the colleges four schools.
Ten years experience in academic leadership research administration or related roles within higher education.
Success with securing external funding in at least one the disciplines represented in the college
Proven ability to foster collaboration and interdisciplinary research within a diverse academic community
A strategic and innovative mindset that aligns with the evolving landscape of research and creative scholarship.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.
Required Application Materials
- Full length curriculum vitae
- Application letter describing interests in the role and addressing why the applicant is wellqualified for the position (not to exceed 4 pages)
- A onepage personal statement ofleadership philosophy including the candidates ideas for supporting an equitable and inclusive research and creative scholarship environment consistent with the Virginia Tech Principles of Community. Specific examples of experiences activities and plans will help us identify candidates who can support our colleges aim to sustain an equitable climate and extend Virginia Techs commitment to inclusive excellence.
- Names of a minimum of four references (will not be contacted without applicants permission)
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Salary commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40
Review Date
June 11 2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a handson transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problemsolvers. A comprehensive landgrant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Julie Weaverat during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Student
