The Role
Provides academic and administrative leadership for Arts and Sciences programs, mentors faculty, supports academic planning and assessment, contributes to institutional governance and university-wide initiatives, advances the University’s Catholic and Benedictine mission, and teaches regularly in an academic discipline.
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Associate Dean of Arts & Sciences
The University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, invites applications for the position of Associate Dean of the School of Arts & Sciences. The University seeks an accomplished teacher and academic leader who desires to contribute actively to the advancement of Catholic higher education and to the Christian, Catholic, and Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.
The Associate Dean serves as a faculty leader within the School of Arts & Sciences and assists the Dean in cultivating an academic community marked by intellectual seriousness, excellent teaching, faculty mentorship, genuine collegiality, and a shared commitment to the formation of students. The position calls for someone who sees academic administration not simply as the management of programs, but as service to faculty, students, the university community, and the larger mission of Catholic higher education.
Working closely with the Dean, department and program leaders, faculty, and other university offices, the Associate Dean will:
The University of Mary
The University of Mary is a private, Christian, Catholic, Benedictine university that welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds. Infusing Benedictine values throughout the educational experience, UMary offers distinguished, professionally-focused academic programs enlivened by the liberal arts, global and civic service, robust internships, and mentoring by respected faculty. As one of the most affordable private universities in the nation, UMary offers exceptional educational value as well as outstanding scholarship and financial aid opportunities. The University of Mary is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
For more information on the University of Mary, please watch a short video by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/Go37Hy6QrVs
To Apply
Qualified candidates should submit:
Questions may be addressed to:
Dr. James Peliska, Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences, [email protected]
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Salary is commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications and experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, invites applications for the position of Associate Dean of the School of Arts & Sciences. The University seeks an accomplished teacher and academic leader who desires to contribute actively to the advancement of Catholic higher education and to the Christian, Catholic, and Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.
The Associate Dean serves as a faculty leader within the School of Arts & Sciences and assists the Dean in cultivating an academic community marked by intellectual seriousness, excellent teaching, faculty mentorship, genuine collegiality, and a shared commitment to the formation of students. The position calls for someone who sees academic administration not simply as the management of programs, but as service to faculty, students, the university community, and the larger mission of Catholic higher education.
Working closely with the Dean, department and program leaders, faculty, and other university offices, the Associate Dean will:
- Provide academic and administrative leadership for assigned programs;
- Mentor and support faculty in their teaching, scholarship, professional development, and service;
- Assist with academic planning, program development, assessment, enrollment, and institutional governance;
- Help foster a strong culture of collaboration, excellence, hospitality, and shared responsibility within the School;
- Provide leadership for university-wide academic initiatives housed within Arts & Sciences;
- Support the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae and the University’s Christian, Catholic, and Benedictine identity;
- Teach regularly within his or her academic discipline.
Strong candidates will demonstrate a commitment to the advancement of Catholic higher education, possess sound prudential judgment, interpersonal maturity, and the ability to lead through collaboration and service. Candidates should have significant teaching experience in higher education, demonstrated potential or experience in academic leadership, and the ability to mentor faculty and work effectively across academic disciplines and university constituencies.
An earned doctorate or equivalent terminal degree in a humanities or related discipline represented within the School of Arts & Sciences is required. Previous experience in academic administration, institutional governance, program leadership, or related forms of academic service is strongly preferred.The University of Mary
The University of Mary is a private, Christian, Catholic, Benedictine university that welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds. Infusing Benedictine values throughout the educational experience, UMary offers distinguished, professionally-focused academic programs enlivened by the liberal arts, global and civic service, robust internships, and mentoring by respected faculty. As one of the most affordable private universities in the nation, UMary offers exceptional educational value as well as outstanding scholarship and financial aid opportunities. The University of Mary is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
For more information on the University of Mary, please watch a short video by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/Go37Hy6QrVs
To Apply
Qualified candidates should submit:
- Curriculum vitae
- Cover letter
- Teaching portfolio or other evidence of teaching effectiveness
- Writing sample
- Official or unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
- Three letters of recommendation
Questions may be addressed to:
Dr. James Peliska, Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences, [email protected]
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Salary is commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications and experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Skills Required
- Earned doctorate or equivalent terminal degree in a humanities or related discipline represented within the School of Arts and Sciences
- Significant teaching experience in higher education
- Commitment to advancing Catholic higher education and supporting the University's Christian, Catholic, and Benedictine mission
- Sound prudential judgment and interpersonal maturity
- Ability to lead collaboratively and mentor faculty
- Ability to work effectively across academic disciplines and university constituencies
- Experience or demonstrated potential in academic leadership
- Previous experience in academic administration, institutional governance, program leadership, or related academic service
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The Company
What We Do
The University of Mary is a private Benedictine, Catholic, and Christian university located near Bismarck, North Dakota. Established in 1959, it welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds, providing both undergraduate and graduate programs focused on academic excellence and spiritual growth.
