Confidential
Dean of Law School
About the Company
Global-facing research learning & education institution
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1884
Employees 5001-10,000
Categories
Education Knowledge Management Universities Temple University
Specialties
education higher education and philadelphia university
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Dean for its Law School, a role that demands a bold and dynamic leader to advance academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement. The successful candidate will be the chief academic and administrative officer, responsible for the strategic direction and management of the Law School. This includes fostering a collaborative decision-making environment, engaging with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and external partners, and ensuring the institution remains responsive to the evolving demands of legal education. The Dean will also be instrumental in fundraising and resource development, with a proven track record or clear potential in this area being essential.
Applicants for the Dean position at the Law School should have a J.D. or equivalent degree and a record of teaching and scholarship that meets the standards for appointment to the law faculty as a full professor with tenure. The role requires a leader with demonstrated organizational and management expertise, a commitment to inclusive excellence, and the ability to lead transformative legal education initiatives. The ideal candidate will build upon the school's strong foundation and reputation, and will be expected to manage personnel and financial resources effectively. The Law School is known for its commitment to providing accessible, affordable, and excellent legal education, and the Dean will be expected to uphold and advance this mission.
Hiring Manager Title Provost
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Education/Academic Administration
About the Company
Global-facing research learning & education institution
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1884
Employees 5001-10,000
Categories
Education Knowledge Management Universities Temple University
Specialties
education higher education and philadelphia university
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Dean for its Law School, a role that demands a bold and dynamic leader to advance academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement. The successful candidate will be the chief academic and administrative officer, responsible for the strategic direction and management of the Law School. This includes fostering a collaborative decision-making environment, engaging with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and external partners, and ensuring the institution remains responsive to the evolving demands of legal education. The Dean will also be instrumental in fundraising and resource development, with a proven track record or clear potential in this area being essential.
Applicants for the Dean position at the Law School should have a J.D. or equivalent degree and a record of teaching and scholarship that meets the standards for appointment to the law faculty as a full professor with tenure. The role requires a leader with demonstrated organizational and management expertise, a commitment to inclusive excellence, and the ability to lead transformative legal education initiatives. The ideal candidate will build upon the school's strong foundation and reputation, and will be expected to manage personnel and financial resources effectively. The Law School is known for its commitment to providing accessible, affordable, and excellent legal education, and the Dean will be expected to uphold and advance this mission.
Hiring Manager Title Provost
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Education/Academic Administration