Associate Dean - Faculty Affairs & Research, Welch College Of Business & Technology

As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University's nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent's College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change-in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges-2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools-2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

Position Summary

The Associate Dean is primarily responsible for the overall operation of the Welch College of Business & Technology (WCBT): faculty oversight, development, and evaluation, fostering teaching effectiveness; and promoting high-impact research.

As a member of the senior management team of the College, the Associate Dean collaborates with the Dean, other Assistant/Associate Dean(s), Program Directors, and others throughout the university to develop a culture of collaboration, trust, quality, and equity amongst students, faculty, and staff.

Academic title/rank for this 12-month faculty position will be commensurate with experience/qualifications.

Specific responsibilities of the Associate Dean of are listed below.

Responsibilities Related to Faculty

• Supervise full-time faculty: ensure compliance with university policies, address violations, and work with Human Resources to develop resolutions.

• Working with program directors, oversee recruitment, development, and management of full-time and adjunct faculty.

• Oversee faculty development, mentoring and other initiatives.

• Assist program directors and Dean on faculty performance issues (e.g., student complaints) when necessary.

• Serve as primary liaison between WCBT and Human Resources.

• Participate in and oversee coordination of Annual Performance Reviews for all full-time faculty.

• Monitor faculty research output to ensure maintenance of AACSB scholarly activity requirements and address at-risk faculty.

• Collaborating with Global Engagement office, identify and develop partnerships with international institutions in support of faculty research collaboration and exchange programs.

• Working with the CTL and Student Pedagogy Committee, create initiatives to enhance faculty pedagogy development and innovation.

• Enhance and extend faculty research, teaching, and professional practices through consulting and executive education programs.

• Serve as WCBT representative on the Provost's Teaching & Learning Council to continuously enhance the quality of faculty teaching.

Responsibilities Related to Research

• Working with Research Committee, create initiatives to foster a culture of research productivity

• Develop, promote and oversee research collaboration groups

• Manage and allocate conference and non-conference funding budget

• In collaboration with faculty, research collaboration groups and Research Committee, maintain standards for evaluating research quality and impact

• Develop, manage and promote research presentations from faculty and external guest scholars

• Work with mentors and other faculty members to assist junior faculty in developing effective research strategies toward successful tenure

• Monitor faculty research output to ensure maintenance of AACSB scholarly activity requirements and address at-risk faculty

Responsibilities Related to Accreditation

• Oversee annual reports and preparation work by relevant WCBT faculty committees and key data stewards to ensure timely documentation on a yearly basis and submissions of all necessary documentation (e.g., re-accreditation application form, PRT nomination form, comparison groups, CIR report).

• Work with the Dean, senior management team, and faculty to evaluate and document performance in meeting strategic priorities and goals from the WCBT 2021-2025 Strategic Plan on a yearly basis.

• Work with Chairs and Director of Accreditation and Administration to update faculty qualification status on a yearly basis with a five-year outlook.

Other Administrative Duties

• Participate in college-wide strategic decision-making as part of the senior management team.

• Assist dean with any miscellaneous requests/correspondence from faculty, students, community, etc. as needed.

• Other day-to-day operational issues.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Other Attributes

• Doctoral degree in a business or computer science discipline required.

• 5+ years of faculty experience and research program commensurate with rank of Associate or Full Professor required.

• Previous Associate Dean or Chair experience preferred.

• Experience with AACSB accreditation is strongly preferred.

• Supervisory experience is required.

• Must be highly motivated with a high degree of integrity, ethics and dedication while being able to think critically, analyze data, and process detailed information quickly and efficiently.

• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, parents and students while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.

• Demonstrates ability to translate university initiatives to faculty and staff in a positive and collegial manner.

• Adheres to inclusive excellence.

• Demonstrates high level of problem solving and creative solution generation.

Unusual Working Conditions

Working hours may include evenings and weekends as needed.

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates must provide most recent CV, a letter of application that addresses the responsibilities and requirements of the position, and the names and contact information of three references. Application materials must be submitted using Sacred Heart University online application process to be considered.

Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.

Other details

• Job Family Faculty

• Job Function Faculty

• Pay Type Salary

• Required Education Doctorate

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