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Associate Dean for PhD Studies

Employer
Princeton Theological Seminary
Location
New Jersey, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Jun 15, 2022

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Position Type
Administrative, Academic Affairs, Academic Administration
Employment Level
Administrative
Employment Type
Full Time

Status:                        Exempt

Purpose:                     Responsible for the development and administration of a comprehensive PhD Program in                                         support of the vision for doctoral education at PTS.

Supervision:              Academic Dean

Responsibilities:

  1. In collaboration with the Faculty, lead the way in a dynamic re-envisioning of the PhD program that advances the Seminary’s mission and sets the pace in the theological academy and its ever changing professional landscape. Execute that vision, while continuing to keep pulse on latest developments in doctoral education.
  2. Establish and administer major new initiatives that contribute to the professional development of doctoral students, including: academic year-round programming oriented around professional development, a teacher preparation program, the creation of a network of potential work and internship sites in a variety of professional fields, international student field placement program, the development of comprehensive support for doctoral candidates preparing to go on the job market.
  3. Work with Faculty and administrative offices to create a positive culture of student support as it relates to the PhD program, that also nurtures the spiritual and holistic formation of doctoral students and especially provides appropriate support for PhD students of color, women students, disabled students, LBGTQ+ students, and international students.
  4. Collaborate with appropriate seminary partners to enhance the marketing and promotional materials related to the doctoral program, including a continual review of the PhD program’s main landing page on the website.
  5. Communicate effectively with students, Faculty, and administrators about all aspects of the PhD program, including ongoing assessment and review. When appropriate, advocate for PhD students with the administration.
  6. Provide collaborative leadership to the PhD Studies Committee with the Chair of the PhD Studies Committee.
  7. Administer the Doctoral Research Scholars Program (DRSP).
  8. Oversee the administration of the Institutional Review Board (IRB).
  9. Serve as the Office of Academic Affairs’ contact person for Koinonia, the PhD student association.
  10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  1. PhD degree in a theological discipline is required.
  2. Demonstrated commitment to the formation of pastoral and scholarly leaders for Christian churches, the academy, and society.
  3. Strong administrative and interpersonal skills, including the ability to respond effectively and in a timely manner to diverse stakeholder concerns; as well as to maintain positive relationships with relevant constituencies while also providing leadership and direction.
  4. Expertise regarding the challenges and opportunities of doctoral education today. Previous leadership experience working in higher education at the doctoral level is strongly preferred.
  5. 3-5 years of experience in academic leadership in research, teaching and/or administration.

 

Princeton Theological Seminary reserves the right to amend this position description at any time.

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