Founding Dean, Ingram College of Engineering

The Company seeks a Founding Dean to lead its newly established College of Engineering as chief academic and administrative officer. The Dean will develop and implement a strategic vision to grow research, advance undergraduate and graduate education, promote student success, and build industry and philanthropic support while managing resources and personnel. Responsibilities include overseeing associate deans, academic leaders, and administrative staff; expanding externally sponsored research and doctoral education; recruiting and retaining faculty; and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. The Dean will also cultivate external partnerships, secure investment, and advocate for the College. Candidates must hold an earned doctorate in a discipline represented within the College or a closely related field and have a record meriting appointment as a tenured full professor. Progressively responsible academic leadership experience is required, along with a strong commitment to research and teaching excellence, student success, and shared achievement. The ideal candidate will be an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and visible leader who can steward resources strategically and foster an environment where faculty, staff, and students can thrive.