Dean of Lewyt College of Veterinary Medicine

About the role

The Lewyt College of Veterinary Medicine at Long Island University is seeking a visionary leader to serve as its Dean. The successful candidate will provide visionary leadership that advances the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of the college, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership that advances the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of the Lewyt College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Lead development and implementation of the College's strategic plan while identifying emerging opportunities that position the College for national distinction.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Represent the College within the University and to local, national, and international stakeholders.
• Sustain and build productive relationships with veterinary organizations, industry, government agencies, alumni, donors, philanthropic partners, and the community.
• Promote interdisciplinary collaboration across Long Island University.
• Champion a culture of inclusion and well-being throughout the College community.
• Ensure achievement of all standards for accreditation.
• Lead preparation for accreditation reviews and reporting.
• Foster a culture of continuous assessment and quality improvement.
• Utilize educational analytics and performance metrics to guide strategic decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with all university, state, and federal requirements.
• Lead recruitment, development, mentorship, and retention of a world-class faculty.
• Enable faculty success in teaching, scholarship, leadership, innovation, and clinical excellence.
• Encourage and facilitate interdisciplinary research and collaboration.
• Support professional development and leadership development opportunities.
• Foster a collegial culture that values collaboration, transparency, integrity, and shared governance.
• Model inclusive team-based healthcare delivery by establishing and leading a highly functioning team.
• Lead student recruitment, retention, academic success, wellness, and professional development.
• Foster a student-centered educational environment.
• Lead and develop academic programs that ensure future-ready graduates.
• Enable development of future veterinary leaders committed to service, professionalism, communication, and lifelong learning.
• Lead and support initiatives that enhance student engagement and belonging.
• Lead advancement of research, scholarship, and innovation throughout the College.
• Strengthen partnerships with veterinary practices, specialty hospitals, industry, government agencies, animal welfare organizations, and biomedical research institutions.
• Expand opportunities for experiential and distributive clinical education.
• Promote translational research and interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Position LCVM as a national leader in veterinary educational innovation.
• Partner with University Advancement to increase philanthropic support.
• Cultivate relationships with alumni, donors, foundations, corporations, and other friends of the College.
• Serve as the primary ambassador for the College.
• Enhance the College's visibility, reputation, and national influence.
• Promote partnerships that support education, research, innovation, and community engagement.
• Establish a culture of accountability and provide responsible stewardship of College resources.
• Develop and manage strategic and operational budgets.
• Ensure effective planning, resource allocation, and organizational effectiveness.
• Led recruitment and development of administrative leaders.
• Promote operational excellence and continuous organizational improvement.
• Work effectively with University Support Services.

Qualifications

• DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Eligibility for appointment as a tenured Professor.
• Record of distinguished academic achievement in teaching, scholarship, and service.
• Significant senior leadership experience in veterinary medical education or a comparable academic environment.
• Demonstrated success leading complex organizations through strategic planning and organizational growth.
• Experience with accreditation and continuous quality improvement.
• Strong record of faculty development and mentorship.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative leadership and shared governance.
• Demonstrated commitment to a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced graduate degree (PhD or equivalent).
• Veterinary specialty board certification.
• Successful leadership of innovative educational programs.
• Competency-based veterinary education.
• Outcomes assessment and educational analytics.
• Research administration.
• Philanthropy and fundraising.
• Clinical enterprise development.
• Artificial intelligence, educational technology, and digital transformation.
• Strategic partnerships with industry and the veterinary profession.

Personal Characteristics

• A visionary leader.
• An accomplished academic.
• An exceptional communicator.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and transparent.
• Innovative and forward-thinking.
• Student-centered.
• Faculty-centered.
• Committed to excellence.
• Skilled at building consensus.
• Financially astute.
• Ethical, authentic, and approachable.
• Passionate about advancing veterinary medicine and veterinary education.

Application Process

Applications should include: Letter of interest describing qualifications and leadership philosophy, Curriculum vitae, Statement of vision for the future of veterinary medical education, Contact information for at least five professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Long Island University conducts background checks on all final candidates prior to employment. Long Island University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages applications from individuals who will contribute to the excellence and inclusiveness of the University.