Associate Dean for Academic Programs

Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study Harvard University Cambridge, MA Overview

Associate Dean for Academic Programs. Harvards Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study is extending its search for a new Associate Dean for Academic Programs. The Associate Dean reports directly to the Dean and oversees Radcliffes four constitutive academic programs: Academic Ventures & Engagement, the Emerging Leaders Program, the Radcliffe Fellowship Program and the Schlesinger Library on the History of Women in America, directly supervising the Executive Directors of the programs, who are each subject-matter experts in their fields, and three professional staff. The programs aim to advance transformative, interdisciplinary ideas and scholarship across the arts, humanities, sciences, social sciences and professions. Additionally, the Associate Dean leads the Academic Programs Office, which is responsible for fostering and managing faculty and student engagement with the Institute. Established in the 1999 merger agreement between Radcliffe College and Harvard University, the Radcliffe Institute aims to create an academic community where individuals can pursue advanced work in the academic disciplines, professions and creative arts. Within this broad purpose, and in recognition of Radcliffes historic contributions to the education of women and to the study of issues related to women, the Institute sustains a continuing commitment to the study of women, gender and society. The new Associate Dean will work closely with the Dean and senior leadership to build on and expand the successes of the Radcliffe Engaged Strategic Plan. During phase two of the plan, the Institute will focus on continued expansion of our faculty and student engagement efforts, with the goal of further positioning HRI as the premier convener and driver of multiyear interdisciplinary studies. We will achieve this objective through expanded opportunities for thematic research teams comprising groups of researchers and postdoctoral candidates drawn from within Harvard and from universities across the world. We will also reinforce our value proposition for students who seek to learn and achieve impact in the world by earning core competencies in interdisciplinary learning and research. The Associate Dean will be responsible for developing relationships and implementing policies, practices and programs to promote these objectives throughout core programs. The ideal candidate

The ideal candidate will be an accomplished academic administrator who would regard serving as a relationship manager, intermediary, and thought partner within a dynamic, high-performing research university setting as the ideal job. This role calls for a confident and mature professional with broad intellectual interests, a deep understanding of faculty concerns and prerogatives and a talent for discreet problem solving. The candidate should be institution- focused and committed to steering the priorities of the Radcliffe Dean while empowering and advocating for a high-functioning staff and academic programs. The ideal candidate must possess the self-confidence to collaborate with Harvard faculty, students, administrators and external stakeholders, while effectively managing donor and alumnae relationships. As a member of the Deans senior leadership team, the candidate should exemplify transparency, consultation and collaboration, coupled with decisive action and precise communication. Experience in navigating complex organizational dynamics and managing competing priorities is advantageous. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Masters degree required; JD preferred. Ten years progressively responsible experience in academic leadership, including experience in managing both individuals and teams. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

The incumbent in this position will garner the trust and respect of the Dean, senior colleagues and staff and will serve as a key advisor, advocate, implementer, collaborator and consensus builder; will provide strategic leadership and effectively represent the interests, priorities, goals and aspirations of HRI with multiple and varied audiences and stakeholders (University administrators, faculty, practitioners and other HRI community members); and will demonstrate commitment to multidisciplinary programming and to fostering inclusion and belonging in all facets of the Institutes programming and among students, faculty and staff. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are critical for success. PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY

Applications received before September 30, 2025, will receive best consideration. A complete application will include a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae and contact information for five referees who can speak about the candidates qualifications for this specific opportunity. The appointment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience and equity in comparison to similar positions within Harvards Salary Grade 62, in addition to Harvard Universitys exceptional employee benefits. Expressions of interest, applications, nominations and inquiries should be directed to HRIs search consultant, Chuck OBoyle of C. V. OBoyle Jr., LLC, at chuck@, who will furnish a detailed specification upon request. All communications will be held in confidence, and referees will not be contacted without the candidates prior consent. #J-18808-Ljbffr