Dean, Allen School of Engineering and Computing

Trine University

Dean, Allen School of Engineering and Computing

Founded in 1884 as Tri-State Normal College by the residents of Angola, Indiana, Trine University today serves nearly 15,000 students that includes a beautiful 450-acre campus, the Dr. Earl D. and Melanie N. Brooks College of Health Professions in Fort Wayne, and education centers located in Detroit, Phoenix, and Reston, Virginia, as well as an online program. Though Tri-State was established to train teachers, the college expanded into other areas and, in 1902, launched what today is the Allen School of Engineering and Computing, recognized as one of the finest undergraduate schools of engineering in the country. More than 99 percent of Trine graduates over the past 11 years have been employed or in graduate school within six months of commencement. Trine graduates are prepared for careers through hands-on experience with real-world projects via internships, co-ops, and personal guidance from caring expert faculty. The university is consistently ranked among the Midwest’s best universities by U.S. News & World Report and other organizations.

With an average class size of just 19.7 students and faculty who have earned their doctorates from MIT, Yale, Princeton, Notre Dame, Virginia Tech, and Georgia Tech, among others, the Allen School of Engineering & Computing is among the elite. Whether part of the ABET-accredited programs in biomedical, chemical, civil, electrical, computer, mechanical, and software engineering, learning in the revitalized computer and information technology programs, or gaining essential design engineering skills, students receive hands-on experience, the opportunity to work in state-of-the-art laboratories and personal attention from professors who have practical experience in their fields. Approximately 45% of Trine undergraduate students pursue one of Trine’s engineering programs. In Fall 2024, 870 undergraduate students enrolled in the Allen School. Students are immersed in a supportive environment focused on high-quality teaching and impactful student outcomes.

Reporting to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean will be responsible for providing leadership in academics, professional development activities, and research in accordance with the mission, vision, and reputation of the Allen School. The 12-month position of Dean requires an individual who can serve effectively as the academic and administrative officer of the Allen School. The School Dean must be committed to the centrality of a Trine education and possess the energy and vision to support faculty in achieving excellence in teaching, outreach, engagement, and research. As a teaching institution, the Dean must have a strong commitment to effective pedagogy and students' academic success.

It is recommended that the School Dean have at least three years of teaching experience plus three years of administrative experience in higher education at the Department Chair, Associate Dean, or Director level and hold a terminal degree in a field related to the disciplines housed in the Allen School. The ideal candidate will have three or more years of industry experience. The Dean should present evidence of experience in leadership and the interpersonal skills and ability to build collegiality, trust, and consensus among faculty, staff, students, alums, and school partners.

Trine University invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of Dean of the Allen School of Engineering and Computing. Interested candidates should confidentially submit a curriculum vitae and letter of interest (Adobe PDF files preferred) to

Joi Hayes-Scott

Russell Reynolds Associates

Trine.Engineering@russellreynolds.com

Please see the full Position description here.

Materials will be reviewed immediately and will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.