ADVERTISEMENT Dean, College of Science Southern Illinois University Carbondale invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean for the College of Science (COS). The Dean is the chief administrative officer for the College and reports to the Provost and Vice Chancellor.
Founded in 1869, Southern Illinois Normal first opened its doors in 1874 as a college for teachers. In 1947, the name was changed to Southern Illinois University, reflecting the expanding academic mission of the institution. Today, Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) has an enrollment of 21,400 students and is categorized as a Carnegie Doctoral/Research Extensive University. SIUC offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in eight colleges, a School of Medicine, a School of Law, and off-campus degree programs in multiple areas of the state, as well as at 33 military bases in 18 states. Southern at 150: Building Excellence Through Commitment is designed to position SIUC among the top 75 public research universities in the United States by 2019. Carbondale, a university-centered community with a population of 25,600, is located approximately 100 miles southeast of St. Louis in the scenic Shawnee National Forest region of southern Illinois with varied recreational opportunities. It also provides a wide range of cultural and social activities associated with a major university. The College of Science offers research and graduate programs through the doctorate, as well as accredited undergraduate programs in Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Physiology, Plant Biology, and Zoology. The College has over 110 full-time faculty members, and approximately 1145 undergraduate, 260 masters, and 150 doctoral students. The College has strong associations with the Universitys McNair Scholar Program; Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs in Environmental Resources and Policy and in Molecular Biology, Microbiology & Biochemistry; and various Research Centers for Coal, Ecology, Electron Microscopy, Fisheries and Aquaculture, Materials Technology, Systematic Biology, and Wildlife. Additional information regarding the College of Science is available through their website at http://www.science.siu.edu/. The successful candidate must possess distinguished academic credentials and stature appropriate for appointment to the rank of full Professor with tenure in a department in the College; recognized excellence in scholarly research and professional achievement; an extensive record of success in securing external funding; proven leadership ability, administrative and budgetary experience; and experience in planning, personnel, student matters, program reviews and/or specialized accreditations. Candidates must also demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; the ability to articulate effectively the Colleges mission to students, faculty, alumni, external funding agencies, and other decision-making bodies; the ability to develop and sustain productive relationships with on- and off-campus constituencies, funding sources, and fundraising sources on behalf of the College; a commitment to academic innovation and inter-disciplinary program development; an understanding of and support for the diverse multi-disciplinary research, curricula, and public service activities of the College; a commitment to high standards in undergraduate and graduate education, cultural diversity, and equal opportunity; and a commitment to the educational, intellectual, and creative needs and achievements of faculty, staff, and students. The position is available January 1, 2007. Application review begins October 16, 2006, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications will include a letter of interest, a current curriculum vita, and the name, address, phone number, and email address for five references. Nominations, inquiries, and applications should be addressed to: Search Committee for Dean, College of Science, Office of the Provost and Vice Chancellor, Attn: Ms. Tina J. Biggs, Mail Code 4305, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, 1265 Lincoln Drive Rm 125, Carbondale, IL 62901, Telephone: 618-453-5744, Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] This is a security-sensitive position. Before any offer of employment is made, the University will conduct a pre-employment background investigation that includes a criminal background check. SIUC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.
