Associate Dean for Research
Apply NowCompany: University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Location: Princess Anne, MD 21853
Description:
Job Description Summary
Organization's Summary Statement:
The School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM), University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), invites applicants and nominations for the position of Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs. We are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader who is committed to advancing excellence in veterinary medical education, fostering a culture of innovation, and promoting academic success among our students, who will engage an inspired academic community to reimagine and transform veterinary medical education aimed at creating a vibrant learning ecosystem that graduates not only career ready veterinarians, but future ready veterinarians to meet the ever-changing healthcare needs.
The Associate Dean for Research plays a pivotal role in the UMES SVM leadership team and will be responsible for oversight of research programs, providing advice the Dean on matters related to research and scholarly activities. The Associate Dean for Research manages research infrastructure within the SVM, facilitates extramural funding for research initiatives, manages research policies and guidelines within the SVM, and promotes interactions with other schools and agencies within and outside of the university. The Associate Dean will work in conjunction with the Dean to ensure that the college's vision, strategic direction, and priorities are implemented effectively, especially as they pertain to a culture of creativity, innovation, risk taking, collaboration, and inclusivity towards better research outcomes. The position is primarily administrative with appropriate components of innovative explorations, education, research, and outreach.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities The primary responsibilities of the Associate Dean for Research are oversight of all aspects of the SVM research programs. This includes faculty support for research endeavors, research facilities, student research support, and outcome assessment relative to research endeavors. As a member of the senior leadership team of the School, the Associate Dean reports directly to the Dean's Cabinet, and is responsible for:
Research Leadership: Providing strategic direction and leadership for
research activities and developing and implementing initiatives to enhance
the research profile of the institution.
Faculty Research Support: Supporting and mentoring faculty in developing
research programs, securing funding, and publishing in high-impact journals,
while encouraging collaborative and interdisciplinary research that involves
students.
Grant Funding: Identifying funding opportunities and assisting faculty in
preparing successful grant applications and building relationships with
funding agencies and industry partners.
Research Integrity: Ensuring compliance with ethical standards and
regulations governing research and promoting a culture of research integrity
and responsible conduct of research.
Infrastructure Development: Working with the Dean and other stakeholders to
develop and maintain state-of-the-art research facilities and infrastructure.
Collaboration: Fostering collaboration with other UMES programs, institutions,
industry, and government partners to enhance research capabilities and
opportunities.
Promotion and Outreach: Promoting the research achievements of faculty and
students, engaging with the community and stakeholders to raise awareness
of research activities.
Budget Management: Assisting in the development and management of the
budget for research activities.
Accreditation: Assisting with accreditation efforts, ensuring compliance with
accreditation standards and requirements.
Maintaining an appropriate scholarly focus-based background and discipline.
Performing all other duties as assigned by the Dean of the SVM.
Required Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate (PhD or equivalent) in an area relevant to veterinary
medicine and/or earned a DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA COE
accredited college/school of veterinary medicine
Demonstrated leadership qualities, particularly in administration, personnel
management, budgeting, communication, and grantsmanship, as well as
the ability to represent the SVM to scientific, agricultural, and animal-health
groups.
Strong commitment to excellence in instruction, research, and outreach
Strong commitment to expanding diversity in the SVM
Experience in assessing priorities and adapting to change with creativity
and innovation
Physical Demands: May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk. May require lifting up to 25 lbs. Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally. Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.
Preferences:
PhD degree and/or board certification in a ABVS recognized specialty.
Prior experience in a high-level administrative role in a veterinary medical
college or school.
Experience with teaching, research, outreach, and international programs in
a land grant university.
Strong professional record of achievement.
Demonstrated experience in mentoring early career faculty.
Familiarity with national program and infrastructure grants.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent time management, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Strong communication skills.
Strong customer service skills.
Licenses/ Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Twelve (12) years of professional experience in higher education. Six (6) years of experience supervising or managing professional staff. Knowledge of business acumen to understand key business drivers, organizational communications, and data.
Knowledge of organizational and unit performances measures.
Knowledge of the impact and implications of decisions on leadership objectives.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in data analytics and negotiation.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to research information and analyze complex data and information to create reports and presentations.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.
Ability to develop and administer new policies and procedures.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Additional Job Details
Required Application Materials: Letter of Interest, Curriculum Vitae, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship
Best Consideration Date: 02/24/2025
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
Department
UMES-VPAF-VP Academic Affairs
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$185,000 - $240,000
EEO Statement
UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Diversity Statement
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.
Title IX Statement
It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.
Organization's Summary Statement:
The School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM), University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), invites applicants and nominations for the position of Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs. We are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader who is committed to advancing excellence in veterinary medical education, fostering a culture of innovation, and promoting academic success among our students, who will engage an inspired academic community to reimagine and transform veterinary medical education aimed at creating a vibrant learning ecosystem that graduates not only career ready veterinarians, but future ready veterinarians to meet the ever-changing healthcare needs.
The Associate Dean for Research plays a pivotal role in the UMES SVM leadership team and will be responsible for oversight of research programs, providing advice the Dean on matters related to research and scholarly activities. The Associate Dean for Research manages research infrastructure within the SVM, facilitates extramural funding for research initiatives, manages research policies and guidelines within the SVM, and promotes interactions with other schools and agencies within and outside of the university. The Associate Dean will work in conjunction with the Dean to ensure that the college's vision, strategic direction, and priorities are implemented effectively, especially as they pertain to a culture of creativity, innovation, risk taking, collaboration, and inclusivity towards better research outcomes. The position is primarily administrative with appropriate components of innovative explorations, education, research, and outreach.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities The primary responsibilities of the Associate Dean for Research are oversight of all aspects of the SVM research programs. This includes faculty support for research endeavors, research facilities, student research support, and outcome assessment relative to research endeavors. As a member of the senior leadership team of the School, the Associate Dean reports directly to the Dean's Cabinet, and is responsible for:
Research Leadership: Providing strategic direction and leadership for
research activities and developing and implementing initiatives to enhance
the research profile of the institution.
Faculty Research Support: Supporting and mentoring faculty in developing
research programs, securing funding, and publishing in high-impact journals,
while encouraging collaborative and interdisciplinary research that involves
students.
Grant Funding: Identifying funding opportunities and assisting faculty in
preparing successful grant applications and building relationships with
funding agencies and industry partners.
Research Integrity: Ensuring compliance with ethical standards and
regulations governing research and promoting a culture of research integrity
and responsible conduct of research.
Infrastructure Development: Working with the Dean and other stakeholders to
develop and maintain state-of-the-art research facilities and infrastructure.
Collaboration: Fostering collaboration with other UMES programs, institutions,
industry, and government partners to enhance research capabilities and
opportunities.
Promotion and Outreach: Promoting the research achievements of faculty and
students, engaging with the community and stakeholders to raise awareness
of research activities.
Budget Management: Assisting in the development and management of the
budget for research activities.
Accreditation: Assisting with accreditation efforts, ensuring compliance with
accreditation standards and requirements.
Maintaining an appropriate scholarly focus-based background and discipline.
Performing all other duties as assigned by the Dean of the SVM.
Required Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate (PhD or equivalent) in an area relevant to veterinary
medicine and/or earned a DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA COE
accredited college/school of veterinary medicine
Demonstrated leadership qualities, particularly in administration, personnel
management, budgeting, communication, and grantsmanship, as well as
the ability to represent the SVM to scientific, agricultural, and animal-health
groups.
Strong commitment to excellence in instruction, research, and outreach
Strong commitment to expanding diversity in the SVM
Experience in assessing priorities and adapting to change with creativity
and innovation
Physical Demands: May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk. May require lifting up to 25 lbs. Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally. Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.
Preferences:
PhD degree and/or board certification in a ABVS recognized specialty.
Prior experience in a high-level administrative role in a veterinary medical
college or school.
Experience with teaching, research, outreach, and international programs in
a land grant university.
Strong professional record of achievement.
Demonstrated experience in mentoring early career faculty.
Familiarity with national program and infrastructure grants.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent time management, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Strong communication skills.
Strong customer service skills.
Licenses/ Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Twelve (12) years of professional experience in higher education. Six (6) years of experience supervising or managing professional staff. Knowledge of business acumen to understand key business drivers, organizational communications, and data.
Knowledge of organizational and unit performances measures.
Knowledge of the impact and implications of decisions on leadership objectives.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in data analytics and negotiation.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to research information and analyze complex data and information to create reports and presentations.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.
Ability to develop and administer new policies and procedures.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Additional Job Details
Required Application Materials: Letter of Interest, Curriculum Vitae, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship
Best Consideration Date: 02/24/2025
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
Department
UMES-VPAF-VP Academic Affairs
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$185,000 - $240,000
EEO Statement
UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Diversity Statement
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.
Title IX Statement
It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.