Associate Dean of College - College of Science and Engineering Technology

Educational and Experience Requirement

Earned doctorate or terminal degree in a discipline represented in the College of Science and Engineering Technology, a record of high‑quality performance as an educator, evidence of scholarly achievement, and experience in administration at the college or university level. Must demonstrate human relations and managerial skills and an understanding of the disciplines that comprise the College. Candidates should have a documented record of experience sufficient to warrant appointment at the Full Professor rank in one of the College’s tenure units.

Nature and Purpose of Position

The Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Studies is a critical member of the college’s administrative leadership team and participates in university‑wide initiatives. The Associate Dean assists the Dean in addressing the needs of faculty, staff, and students, and provides oversight and evaluation for college‑wide initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist the Dean with graduate programs portfolio support and research activity support.
• Provide general administration, faculty matters, and oversight of industry and academic partnerships.
• Manage organization, internal and external communication, and student matters.
• Administer scholarships, fiscal matters, and interactions with other colleges and university divisions.
• Lead the college’s research, graduate education, faculty development, and student success initiatives by directing and managing internal research programs and funding opportunities.
• Support faculty research, scholarship, and grant development; serve as liaison with university research and sponsored programs offices.
• Provide leadership and oversight for graduate programs and graduate student success initiatives.
• Promote undergraduate and graduate research activities and oversee designated student success and outreach initiatives.
• Support the development of new academic programs and advance the college’s strategic priorities related to research productivity, external funding, and academic excellence.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Other Specifications

• Demonstrated experience fostering a culture of research and academic excellence.
• Experience developing and fostering community partnerships and inter‑university collaborations.

Location: Sam Houston State University, main campus, Huntsville, TX (approximately one hour north of Houston, TX).