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Prairie View A&M University
Dean, Brailsford College of Arts and Sciences
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Posted Wednesday, January 14, 2026
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 Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) seeks an inspiring and forward-looking leader to serve as Dean of the Marvin D. and June Samuel Brailsford College of Arts and Sciences (BCAS). Located in Prairie View, Texas, about 50 miles from downtown Houston, the 1,440-acre campus has a proud legacy of producing leaders who make meaningful contributions to their professions and communities. PVAMU counts among its alumni distinguished military officers, pioneering engineers, nationally recognized educators, acclaimed artists, celebrated athletes, influential public servants, and innovators who embody the University's enduring commitment to excellence and service. PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in Texas. Empowered by a shared sense of history and purpose, the University remains committed to providing the highest quality of education, research, and service. Established in 1876 as a land-grant institution, PVAMU enrolls more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students from 46 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and 89 countries. The University comprises 11 colleges and schools, most of which are accredited by specialized professional bodies, and supports numerous research centers on its main campus. PVAMU offers 36 bachelor's degree programs, 31 master's degree programs, and six doctoral programs. With record enrollment, rising national rankings, and students achieving career success at top companies, the University is building undeniable momentum on its Journey to Eminence. The Brailsford College of Arts and Sciences serves as the academic and intellectual core of the University and has a distinguished legacy of advancing discovery, creativity, and interdisciplinary learning. As PVAMU's largest and most academically diverse college, BCAS offers foundational coursework for all undergraduate students and provides a broad array of undergraduate and graduate programs across the natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, mathematics, fine and performing arts, and emerging fields. Rooted in the University's land-grant mission of teaching, research, and service, the College fosters critical thinking, ethical engagement, creative expression, and the pursuit of knowledge that strengthens communities and expands opportunity. The College comprises three newly structured academic schools: the School of Natural and Computational Sciences, the School of Communication, Arts, and Media, and the School of Culture, Community, and Human Development, and offers undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs. Reporting to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean of BCAS serves as the Chief Academic and Administrative Officer of the College and is responsible for cultivating an environment in which faculty, students, administrators, and staff pursue academic excellence. The Dean oversees a College with a budget of approximately $18 million and more than 2,060 students, including 1,853 undergraduate students and 209 graduate students. BCAS has approximately 250 faculty and 22 staff who support its teaching, research, and service mission. The College contributes significantly to PVAMU's research enterprise, with faculty securing an average of $3.8 million in annual research and grant funding over the last 3 years. The next Dean of BCAS will have the opportunity to lead a central academic unit within a university experiencing significant momentum and transformation. The Dean will be expected to support faculty by providing strategic leadership and infrastructure; advance interdisciplinary and innovative academic programs; manage and grow financial resources; champion student success; strengthen research productivity; and cultivate partnerships that amplify the College's impact across campus and the broader community. Candidates must hold an earned doctorate and have a distinguished record of scholarly, research, or creative accomplishment commensurate with appointment as a full professor in the College. They should also have a strong trajectory of academic administrative responsibility, minimally at the level of department chair, associate dean, director, or equivalent, within a comprehensive and broad academic environment. Candidates must also have an appreciation of the historic mission of HBCUs and land-grant institutions and have the ability to effectively communicate its impact to a variety of constituents. While not required, candidates who have experience as a faculty member or an administrator at a research-intensive university are of interest to PVAMU. All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the profile available here. WittKieffer is assisting Prairie View A&M University in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by February 13, 2026. Application materials should be submitted to PVAMUArtsandSciencesDean@wittkieffer.com. Nominations and inquiries can be directed to Christine J. Pendleton and Bree Liddell at PVAMUArtsandSciencesDean@wittkieffer.com.
Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.
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Bree Liddell
Prairie View A&M University
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PVAMUArtsandSciencesDean@wittkieffer.com
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California State University, Northridge
Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics
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Posted Tuesday, January 06, 2026
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DEAN, COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS
CSUN's Commitment to You CSUN is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning, and inclusion. Our values include a respect for all people, building partnerships with the community, and encouraging innovation, experimentation, and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. CSUN actively seeks candidates who make contributions to equity and inclusion in the pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community. The University One of the largest universities in the country, California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is an urban, comprehensive university that delivers award-winning undergraduate and graduate programs to over 36,000 students annually and counts over 425,000 alumni who fuel the region's economy. Since its founding in 1958, CSUN has made a significant and long-term economic impact on California, generating nearly $1.9 billion in economic impact and more than 12,000 jobs each year. CSUN is a designated Minority-Serving and Hispanic-Serving Institution and nationally recognized for success in serving a diverse student body. The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse ranked CSUN fifth in the nation for social mobility, CollegeNET ranked CSUN 11th on the 2024 Social Mobility Index, and The New York Times named CSUN the No. 1 public university for economic diversity. About the Position of Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics As a member of the university's senior academic team, the Dean is the chief administrator of the college. The Dean reports to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and oversees departments and programs in the college. The Dean has primary responsibility for administering college instructional programs; creating and sustaining an environment supportive of teaching and academic excellence, research, and scholarship; developing and promoting long-range goals for the college; supporting interdisciplinary activities among departments of the college; planning and administering college annual budget, implementing and interpreting university and state policies; making independent recommendations on all college personnel matters; and recommending appointments of chairs and supervising their administrative functions. The Dean plays a major role in developing external relations with organizations, individuals, the community, and government; and in seeking supplemental external support for the college. The Dean has responsibility for providing effective leadership to the increasing ethnic diversity and international character of the college. The Dean represents the college in the university and community, and performs other duties assigned by the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. As a leader, the Dean will have the opportunity to thrive in a community in which our leaders share common traits as identified in our Leadership Principles https://www.csun.edu/leadership-principles. Qualifications Required qualifications: • Earned doctorate from an accredited institution with eligibility for appointment at the rank of Professor in an academic discipline within the sciences or mathematics • At least three years of successful administrative experience in higher education, involving oversight of academic programs, personnel, and/or budget management at or above the level of Department Chair (or equivalent) • Demonstrated record of excellence in university-level teaching, scholarship, and/or creative activity • Demonstrated experience with grants, contracts, and/ or sponsored projects • Demonstrated experience mentoring faculty, promoting faculty research and scholarship, and advocating for resources to support their professional growth • Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration and work effectively with diverse groups, including students, faculty, staff, university administrators, alumni, and community leaders • Demonstrated ability to provide visionary leadership, set strategic goals, and promote academic excellence in a complex and diverse academic environment • Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion for students, faculty, and staff in all aspects of academic and administrative leadership Preferred qualifications: • Five or more years of administrative or leadership experience in higher education, especially overseeing complex operations or large organizational units • Demonstrated success in fundraising, advancement, or development activities, including securing major gifts or building relationships with donors and alumni • Demonstrated ability to lead innovation, manage change, and implement new initiatives or technologies in academic settings • Evidence of successful strategic planning and implementation, including experience with long-term visioning and adapting to higher education trends • Familiarity and experience working within shared governance structures and fostering collaborative decision-making with faculty and staff in a collective bargaining environment • Experience using data analytics for institutional assessment, program evaluation, and continuous improvement More information can be found in the institutional profile at https://www.academicsearch.org/open-searches-public/entry/24353/?search=24353. Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule • Salary is commensurate with knowledge, skills, and experience. The University offers excellent fringe benefits. • The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $230,000 to $257,000 per year, dependent upon qualifications and experience. Application Period The position is open until filled but only applications received by Tuesday, March 17, 2026 can be assured full consideration. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. In order to be considered in the initial review, applications must be submitted prior to the date listed above. Application submissions received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Effective Date of Appointment: July 1, 2026 How to Apply: The university is being assisted by Academic Search. Applications should consist of a substantive cover letter, a CV, and a list of five professional references with full contact information. No references will be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate. Applications, nominations, and expressions of interest can be submitted electronically, and in confidence, to: CSUNDeanCSM@academicsearch.org Confidential discussions about this opportunity may be arranged by contacting senior consultant Chris Butler at Chris.Butler@academicsearch.org. Background check This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the status of candidates who apply for the position. CANRA The person holding this position will be considered a 'limited reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Conflict of Interest This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. Equal Employment Opportunity CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.  Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-ece59b0019ec154f8a9a975e82831270
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Chris Butler
California State University, Northridge
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Chris.Butler@academicsearch.org
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SUNY Brockport
President
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Posted Monday, December 22, 2025
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 SUNY Brockport, a public, comprehensive institution located in a charming village on the historic Erie Canal, seeks its eighth President. Founded in 1835 as the Brockport Collegiate Institute and later renamed the Brockport State Normal School, SUNY Brockport became an official college in 1942. In 2022, it became a university, and its Carnegie classification is Professions-focused Undergraduate/Graduate-Master's Large/Medium. SUNY Brockport has experienced remarkable growth over the past three years, with enrollment increasing by 23%. The University's current enrollment is 7,930 (fall 2025), including 6,154 undergraduate students and 1,776 graduate students. It is the only SUNY comprehensive university to offer doctoral degrees (in nursing practice and educational leadership), underscoring its commitment to academic program innovation and expansion. Reporting to SUNY Chancellor John King, the President serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the campus, maintains a publicly visible role both internally and with the external constituency of the University, oversees a budget of nearly $200 million, and will begin their tenure following a highly successful comprehensive campaign. In late 2025, the University publicly launched its largest and most comprehensive fundraising campaign to date, aiming to raise $40 million by June 30, 2026. With more than $31 million secured in advance of the public launch, the campaign reflects the strong support and confidence of alumni and partners in SUNY Brockport's mission and future. Enjoying enrollment growth and improved student success measures, and buoyed by the fruits of this successful fundraising campaign, the next President will continue the University's upward trajectory, taking the University's reputation to even greater heights, expanding strategic partnerships, elevating the University's distinctiveness, and fulfilling the promise of the University's strategic plan, Building a Better Brockport. Bringing financial acumen, a passion for the student experience, and a warm, accessible demeanor, the next President will be both an internal and external champion for students and a strategic partner in the region and beyond. A terminal degree is required. This is an exceptional opportunity to take on a thriving institution and build on the successes of the past decade. All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume, and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile. This will be a representational search, with no public announcement of finalist names. Selected individuals outside the search committee who meet with finalists will have signed a non-disclosure agreement. WittKieffer is assisting SUNY Brockport in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by March 5, 2026. Application materials should be submitted to BrockportPresident@wittkieffer.com Nominations and expressions of interest can be directed to Melody Rose, Ph.D., Christine Pendleton, and Sarah Seavey at BrockportPresident@wittkieffer.com
SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
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Sarah Seavey
SUNY Brockport
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BrockportPresident@wittkieffer.com
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University of Tampa
Associate Provost for Faculty Development Success
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Posted Tuesday, January 13, 2026
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 The University of Tampa (UTampa) seeks a visionary and strategic academic leader to develop, implement, and advance a comprehensive strategy for faculty success, serving as the inaugural associate provost for faculty development and success. Since 1931, the University of Tampa has been dedicated to delivering exceptional, globally informed learning experiences. Ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre residential campus along the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic downtown business and medical districts, UTampa benefits from its location in a vibrant, diverse, and rapidly growing metropolitan area. The University reflects this energy through a distinguished faculty of approximately 900; a talented student body of 11,500 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students drawn from all 50 states and most of the world's countries; a dedicated staff of 540; and top-tier rankings in U.S. News & World Report, Forbes, and The Princeton Review. UTampa is a highly sought-after destination for students seeking a distinctive, high-quality education rooted in the liberal arts and enriched by experiential learning opportunities including internships, community engagement, and outstanding recreational offerings. Its four-college model – the College of Arts and Letters, Sykes College of Business, College of Natural and Health Sciences, and College of Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Education – has enabled UTampa to maintain its close-knit academic community while sustaining a trajectory of significant growth and institutional strength. The associate provost will unify, elevate, and expand faculty development initiatives across UTampa, ensuring faculty have the resources, recognition, and support necessary to thrive in teaching, research, and service. This leader will oversee faculty mentoring and professional development while facilitating promotion and tenure processes, sabbaticals, and internal grants. The Center for Teaching and Learning will report to the associate provost. Key priorities include designing structured onboarding and career development pathways, amplifying faculty achievements nationally, and strengthening recruitment and retention strategies. The associate provost will play a pivotal role in shaping UTampa's academic identity and positioning the University as a destination for outstanding scholars. UTampa seeks a dynamic and accomplished academic leader with a record of success in faculty development and academic affairs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate visionary leadership, strategic and operational expertise, and a deep commitment to faculty excellence. Required qualifications include an earned doctorate or equivalent terminal degree, scholarly achievement meriting appointment as a full professor at the University, and experience designing programs that advance teaching, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Strong interpersonal skills, data-driven decision-making, and the ability to foster inclusive, collaborative environments are essential. The successful candidate will bring integrity, adaptability, and a collegial spirit to this transformative role. All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile. WittKieffer is assisting The University of Tampa in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by March 9, 2026. Applications, nominations, and inquiries can be directed to: Robin Mamlet, Lauren Bruce-Stets, and Tyler Workman at UTampa-APFDS@wittkieffer.com.
The University of Tampa embraces diversity in its many forms, including but not limited to sex, race, color, national origin, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, military or veteran status, marital status, genetic information, ethnicity, religion, spiritual belief, geographic origin, socio-economic status, language, political beliefs, and first-generation status. UTampa seeks to enhance the diversity of its students, faculty, and staff in the belief that doing so contributes to a more impactful learning environment for everyone in the UTampa community.
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Tyler Workman
University of Tampa
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UTampa-APFDS@wittkieffer.com
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