Title: Interim Dean, Artis College of Science and Technology

Application Review Date: April 29, 2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

Radford University seeks an academic leader to support the academic excellence of the Artis College of Science and Technology for the 2026-2027 academic year. Reporting directly to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Interim Dean will provide leadership and strategic direction for the Artis College, foster ongoing development of high-quality academic programs, support strategies to increase student success, and build relationships and collaborative partnerships internally and externally. Working collaboratively with other deans and the Provost, the Dean will advance academic excellence by encouraging, recognizing, and supporting the faculty in innovative teaching, scholarship, and service.

Major Responsibilities of Position

Lead the faculty and staff of the college in developing and delivering undergraduate and graduate educational programs of the highest quality, consistent with the college’s mission.

Support the curriculum lifecycle that adapts academic programs to meet changing needs of our students, the university, and society;

Encourage the success of our diverse students, including creating an education environment that supports belonging, retention, graduation, and career development.

Promote the overall excellence and welfare of Radford University.

Serve as a member of the Academic Affairs Leadership Team (AALT), the Deans Council, and in partnership with the Provost to successfully meet the university’s mission and strategic goals.

Collaborate with other colleges and offices to support academic programs across the university, including nursing, general education, and interdisciplinary curricula and scholarship.

Obtain and manage fiscal, human, and physical resources necessary to meet the college’s vision, and curricular and programmatic goals.

Represent the college to external and internal constituencies.

Serve on internal and external committees as member, chair, convener, or resource person as assigned by the Provost; and participate in regional and national professional organizations as appropriate.

Maintain and expand positive working relationships with alumni, community members, donors, and other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated commitment providing a high-quality education to diverse students, including enhancing student recruitment, engagement, persistence, and graduation;

Demonstrated experience in areas of curriculum and program development, student support, faculty recruitment and development, and/or fiscal management;

Demonstrated success in developing and supporting student experiential education, including undergraduate research and internships;

Ability to work collaboratively with members of Academic Affairs Leadership Team (AALT) to support strategic initiatives and interdisciplinary programs;

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with students, faculty, staff, and administration;

Ability to take initiative and work independently and in teams to meet the objectives of academic initiatives.

Demonstrated excellence in teaching, professional contributions, and service as a tenured associate or full professor at Radford University.

Education and experience:

An earned doctoral degree, with preference for the terminal degree to be in a discipline housed in the College.

At least three years of experience and progressive responsibility as an academic administrator.

Preferred Qualifications:

Success in generation of external funding (fund raising, grant writing) and in the development and maintenance of positive working relationships with donors, alumni, community members, and other stakeholders.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include a CV and a statement of interest addressing your qualifications.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: Yes

FLSA Status: Exempt

Normal Work Schedule: M-F 8am - 5pm

Department: Provost, Office of the

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Department Contact Name: Karen Montgomery

Department Contact Phone: 5402304593

Department Contact Email: [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.