Dean, College of Engineering

Michigan State University(MSU) • East Lansing, MI • 3h ago

Working/Functional Title

Position Summary

The Dean of MSU's COE serves as the chief academic officer and executive of the college, reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Dean provides leadership and is responsible for all matters relating to the administration of the college including academic programs, personnel, budgets, alumni engagement, fundraising, and industry relations. The Dean collaborates closely with the eighteen deans across MSU on numerous joint programs and initiatives, advancing the University's priorities.

The next dean will shape and execute a bold, forward-looking vision aligned with institutions strategic plan, MSU 2030: Excellence and Global Impact, advancing priorities in interdisciplinary collaboration, research prominence, student success, and expanding the University's global reputation. Key opportunities include leading transformative initiatives such as strengthening MSU's research profile toward it's $1 billion goal, modernizing curricula to prepare graduates for a rapidly evolving workforce, and fostering innovation in teaching and learning.

A central component of this vision will be leveraging the Engineering and Digital Innovation Center (EDI Center) as a catalyst for interdisciplinary research, industry partnerships, and experiential learning.

The Dean will also play a critical role in fundraising and external engagement, contributing to MSU's $4 billion campaign and building partnerships with alumni, industry, and donors. Additionally, the Dean will provide strategic leadership as MSU implements a new budget model in FY27-FY28, ensuring resources are aligned with mission-critical priorities and enrollment strategies.

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a college with a proud legacy, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to addressing society's most pressing challenges through engineering solutions. Teh ideal candidate will hold a doctoral degree and possess a record of excellence in teaching and research suitable for a tenured appointment at the rank of professor. They will bring proven academic leadership experience and a collaborative approach to setting and achieving strategic goals. The next Dean must demonstrate strong financial acumen, a commitment to shared governance, and the ability to engage faculty, staff, students, alumni, donors, and industry partners. Essential qualities include fostering an inclusive environment where all are valued, advancing student success, and supporting world-class research and teaching. The Dean will serve as a compelling public face of the college, building external relationships and articulating a clear vision, while working collaboratively across MSU to further institutional priorities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Engineering

Minimum Requirements

The next Dean of MSU's College of Engineering will have many of the following professional qualifications and personal qualities:

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