Dean, Graduate School of Oceanography
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- University of Rhode Island
- Location
- Kingston, RI
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- Full Time
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- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
This is a three year limited appointment with anticipated renewal – (full-time calendar year).
Job Description SummaryDuties and ResponsibilitiesAPPLICATION DEADLINE: The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by September 9, 2019. Second consideration may be given to applications received by September 23, 2019. Applications received subsequent to second consideration date (September 23, 2019) may not be given full consideration.
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BASIC FUNCTION:
Lead and manage the Graduate School of Oceanography (GSO) with the goal of enhancing GSO’s reputation as one of the premier oceanographic education, research, and outreach institutions in the world. Responsible for effective leadership and management of forward-looking research and academic programs; building a cohesive and respectful community of faculty, marine research scientists, staff and students on the Bay campus; generating new resources to maximize program quality and impact; and thoughtful and collaborative allocation of existing resources to maximize faculty, marine research scientists, staff, and student success. Lead efforts to secure external funding from public and private sources and establish a compelling vision and plan for oceanographic education and research that is relevant for the future.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead the process for developing and implementing a shared vision of a dynamic, productive, and robust Graduate School of Oceanography (GSO), contributing to the future well-being of humankind through the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge of the oceans and coasts. Engage the students, staff, marine research scientists and faculty to bring that vision and a collaborative community of learners and scholars on the Bay campus to fruition.
Effectively build relationships and work collaboratively with the GSO faculty, marine research scientists, staff, and students to support ongoing programs and develop and promote new initiatives that position GSO at the forefront of oceanography education and research.
Develop a vigorous program of fund-raising and external constituent development that provides critical support for GSO’s facilities, education, research and outreach activities.
Lead faculty efforts to ensure contemporary, high quality, and relevant graduate programs and undergraduate curricula related to oceanography and coastal ecosystems that recruit outstanding students from throughout the nation and world. Collaborate with the respective chairs and deans of other academic programs to ensure the vitality of graduate and undergraduate oceanographic, marine, and other science and engineering programs at URI.
Facilitate and support effective and innovative teaching in the oceanographic and related disciplines.
Enhance the diversity of the GSO community and learning environment.
Ensure continuous support and improvement of the quality of academic research, education and outreach programs among faculty, marine research scientists, staff and students and incorporate innovation to advance the mission of GSO and URI.
Manage the work assignments of faculty, marine research scientists and staff to ensure equity and persistence of high academic standards; prepare tenure and promotion recommendations that reflect fair, thorough, and objective analysis and process.
Administer GSO, the Narragansett Bay Campus, ships and its science facilities, and implement a safe working environment. Provide oversight to and engage with GSO centers and affiliated entities. Coordinate with co-located, externally-funded institutional programs (e.g., NOAA, RI SeaGrant and US EPA).
Develop and implement effective and sustainable approaches to managing human, grant and fiscal resources of GSO while employing sound fiscal policy, leveraging opportunities in a strategic manner to advance the work of the School.
Provide leadership for technology transfer and economic development opportunities from GSO research outcomes.
Actively represent the University, GSO, and the Narragansett Bay Campus by developing productive partnerships at the local, state, national, and international levels, with other institutions, government agencies, and corporations.
Provide advice on marine-related matters to the President, Provost, Council of Deans, and to Government officials at the local, national and international levels. Collaborate with external Advisory Councils as appropriate.
Assist the School and its faculty, marine research scientists and centers in attracting extramural funds from government agencies and private foundations.
Implement the Narragansett Bay Campus master plan.
Direct the East Coast Oceanographic Consortium to promote new initiatives and the operations of new research vessels.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Within area of responsibility, oversee adherence to rules, regulations and procedures mandated and/or recommended by the NCAA and the University.
Perform other duties as required.
LICENSES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:
Personal computers, printer, word processing, database management and spreadsheet software.
Required QualificationsREQUIRED:
1. An earned doctorate.
2. Demonstrated record of scholarly, scientific or science-leadership achievement commensurate with full professor appointment in the Graduate School of Oceanography.
3. Demonstrated human resource and fiscal management experience.
4. Demonstrated administrative and leadership experience.
5. Demonstrated experience in fundraising and/or securing government or private support for research, outreach, educational programs or business development.
6. Demonstrated experience working on national and/or international committees or organizations.
7. Demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
8. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
9. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
Preferred QualificationsPREFERRED:
1. Demonstrated leadership on national and/or international initiatives.
2. Demonstrated ability to anticipate, adapt to, and find opportunities in a constantly changing environment.
3. Demonstrated record of transforming academic programs.
4. Demonstrated ability to promote interdisciplinary learning, research, and outreach.
5. Demonstrated ability to interact with institutional units and public groups.
6. Demonstrated ability to make research issues and findings understandable to the public.
7. Demonstrated understanding of marine field operations.
8. Demonstrated record of leading marine-related research and leading and obtaining funding for major research programs.
9. Demonstrated administrative experience in an academic or research setting.
ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
Environmental ConditionsThis position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Posting Date08/08/2019Closing DateSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsPlease attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Letter of Intent.
(#2) Resume/CV.
(#3) “Other Document” – names and contact information of three professional references.
Quicklink for Postinghttp://jobs.uri.edu/postings/6221Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Resume
- Other Document
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have an earned doctorate?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have demonstrated record of scholarly, scientific or science-leadership achievement commensurate with full professor appointment in the Graduate School of Oceanography?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have demonstrated human resource and fiscal management experience?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have demonstrated administrative and leadership experience?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have demonstrated experience in fundraising and/or securing government or private support for research, outreach, educational programs or business development?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have demonstrated experience working on national and/or international committees or organizations?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations?
- Yes
- No
- How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
Organization
The University of Rhode Island
Founded in 1892, this land and sea grant university is the flagship public research institution in Rhode Island, enrolling more than 14,500 undergraduate students and 2,000 graduate students.
Thinking big
URI is home to some of today’s leading innovators, discoverers, and creative problem solvers and is known regionally and worldwide for its big ideas and pioneering research in such areas as environmental studies, neuroscience, biotechnology and life sciences, engineering, marine sciences, forensic sciences, pharmaceuticals, behavioral sciences, and public health promotion. A strong core of traditional academic disciplines provides the foundation for all specialized, professional, and applied areas of study. The University receives about $60 million annually in federal funding for research across 87 undergraduate and 70 graduate degree programs.
Motivated students, engaged faculty
Nearly 23,000 students applied for fewer than 3,300 openings in the 2017 freshman class, which boasts an average grade point average of 3.54. The 17 to 1 student/faculty ratio allows for personal attention and rewarding teaching experiences. Approximately 87 percent of faculty hold terminal degrees. In 2018 URI produced two Fulbright Scholars, five Boren Scholars, a Truman Scholar, and was named a one of the country’s top Gilman scholar-producing schools. URI’s commitment to diversity is demonstrated through its student body, with 43 states and 65 nations represented and 20 percent of students identifying as persons of color, a 65 percent increase since 2008.
Four campuses, one community
URI’s main campus is located on 1,248 acres in rural Kingston, where the campus core — including a quadrangle surrounded by handsome granite buildings — is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Six miles from Rhode Island’s beaches, this campus is conveniently situated along the Boston to New York corridor. The University’s renowned Graduate School of Oceanography is located at the 165-acre Narragansett Bay Campus. The Alan Shawn Feinstein College of Education and Professional Studies brings higher education to downtown Providence. Nearby, the 133,000-square-foot Rhode Island Nursing Education Center includes unparalleled simulation labs. The W. Alton Jones Campus — 2,300 acres of forests, lakes, and farmland in West Greenwich — provides a secluded setting for academic research, environmental education, business meetings and special events.
Investing in the future
Since 2007, the University has invested $607 million in campus capital projects, including: a $150 million engineering complex, due to open in 2019; Brookside, another new apartment-style residence hall, 2019; a Welcome Center, 2018; the Rhode Island Nursing Education Center, 2017; Beaupre Center for Chemical and Forensic Sciences, 2016; and Avedisian Hall, home to the College of Pharmacy, 2012.
Expertise on demand
The University is home to several centers of expertise that tackle some of society’s most vexing challenges. The George & Anne Ryan Institute for Neuroscience brings multi-disciplinary research to bear on devastating brain diseases, such as ALS and Alzheimer’s. The Digital Forensics and Cyber Security Center supports state, national, and international public welfare through education, research, training, and service. The Business Engagement Center is the “front door” through which industry taps into research and training opportunities and assistance with intellectual property or technology issues. The R.I. Food Center brings URI’s agricultural roots to the 21st century as a resource for farmers, consumers, retailers, and others across the food industry
- Telephone
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- Location
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80 Lower College Road
North Kingston
Rhode Island
02881
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