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Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Studies

The Office of Undergraduate Studies at Case Western Reserve University invites applicants for the position of Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Studies.

The Office of Undergraduate Studies oversees the academic affairs for approximately 5000 students in baccalaureate degree programs offered by the College of Arts and Sciences, the Case School of Engineering, the Weatherhead School of Management, and the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing; participates in curricular discussions within and among the constituent faculties, initiating discussions aimed at enhancing the undergraduate academic experience; and collaborates with the division of Student Affairs in pursuit of an integrated academic and co-curricular experience for undergraduates at Case Western Reserve University.

As a member of the professional staff in the Office of Undergraduate Studies reporting directly to the Dean of Undergraduate Studies, the Assistant Dean serves as the principal point of contact with the Office for a cohort of approximately 900-950 upper-class students and their faculty advisors and instructors, monitoring and supporting the academic progress and personal welfare of these students and working with them to enhance their academic experience at Case Western Reserve University. The Assistant Dean is also responsible for advising about and coordinating the nomination process for nationally-competitive fellowship and scholarship competitions and for other scholarship and prize competitions. In addition, the Assistant Dean takes the lead in planning programming aimed at second-year students, working closely with Student Affairs offices to promote a unified second-year experience. The Assistant Dean participates in the broad range of activities and programs offered by the Office of Undergraduate Studies in support of the overall mission of the Office.

Candidates for the position will have a Master’s degree (doctoral degree preferred) in a related discipline (higher education, a field taught to undergraduates at CWRU, etc.) and a minimum of five years experience advising and/or teaching undergraduates in a four-year college or university. Preferred candidates will have experience collaborating with student affairs and faculty on behalf of students, a record of initiative and leadership in developing educational and advising programs for high-ability students, experience advising students with regard to nationally competitive fellowships and scholarships, and leadership experience in an academic or administrative department.

A complete job description with application details may be obtained at case.edu/finadmin/humres/employment/career.html.

WORKING CONDITIONS

General office environment with support from department assistant who makes appointments, keeps calendars, and facilitates the work and record-keeping of several members of the professional staff. Fast-paced senior administrative office setting, with frequent interruptions, conflicting priorities, and complex office functions. Occasional evenings and weekends required.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS

Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Inclusion, Diversity and Equal Opportunity at 216-368-8877 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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