28.4363, Jobs: General Linguistics: Dean, College of Humanities, University of Utah

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Subject: 28.4363, Jobs: General Linguistics: Dean, College of Humanities, University of Utah

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Date: Mon, 23 Oct 2017 10:35:15
From: Terra Rossland [terra.rossland at utah.edu]
Subject: General Linguistics: Dean, College of Humanities, University of Utah, USA

University or Organization: University of Utah 
Department: College of Humanities
Job Location: Utah, USA 
Web Address: http://humanities.utah.edu/
Job Title: Dean, College of Humanities
Job Rank: Dean

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics 

Description:

The University of Utah invites nominations and applications for the position
of Dean of the College of Humanities. The College comprises seven academic
departments—Communication, English, History, World Languages and Culture,
Linguistics, Philosophy, and Writing and Rhetoric Studies—along with nine
interdisciplinary centers and eight interdisciplinary programs, with a total
budget over $43m, more than 170 tenured and tenure-line faculty, 85 full- and
part-time staff, 2500 undergraduate majors, and 400 graduate students. The
Dean will serve for a five-year renewable term, commencing July 1, 2018.

Among the qualities we seek in a Dean are:
- A distinguished record as a scholar and educator
- Demonstrated leadership and administrative skills
- A commitment to faculty governance
- Effective fundraising and community engagement
- A strong and demonstrated commitment to diversity

The Dean reports to the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Applications, including a CV and a letter describing the candidate’s interest
and qualifications, and a list of references should be submitted to the link
below. Confidential inquiries can be directed to the search committee
co-chairs, Robin Jensen at r.e.jensen at utah.edu and Alberta Comer at
alberta.comer at utah.edu. The search committee will review applications on a
rolling basis beginning November 6, 2017, and will continue to receive
applications until the position is filled. 

The University of Utah is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and
educator. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are
strongly encouraged to apply.  Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified
veterans.  Reasonable disability accommodations will be provided with
reasonable notice.  For additional information: 
http://www.regulations.utah.edu/humanResources/5-106.html

Inquiries about University nondiscrimination and disability accommodation
policies may be made to the University’s Title IX/ADA/Section 504 Coordinator:
Director, Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S.
Presidents Circle, Rm. 135, Salt Lake City, UT 84112.  (801) 581-8365 (V/TDD).

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in
settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong
commitment to improving access to higher education for historically
underserved students. The College of Humanities is committed to removing
barriers that have been traditionally encountered by individuals from
underrepresented groups; strives to recruit faculty who will further enhance
our diversity; and makes every attempt to support their academic,
professional, and personal success while they are here. The College and
University recognize that a diverse faculty benefits and enriches the
educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community.

More information about the University of Utah and the College of Humanities
can be found at http://www.utah.edu and http://humanities.utah.edu/.

Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)

Web Address for Applications: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/69997 
Contact Information:
	Dean, J. Willard Marriott Library Alberta Comer 
	Email: alberta.comer at utah.edu 

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