Dean, College of Information Science
Application Deadline: November 22, 2026
The University of Arizona (U of A) invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Information Science (InfoSci). This is a pivotal opportunity for a visionary and strategic leader to guide one of the nation’s most interdisciplinary Colleges of Information Science into its next era of excellence and impact.
The next dean will provide bold, future-focused leadership to position the College as a next-generation land-grant college. Key priorities for the next dean include modernizing curricula to enhance student success; advancing interdisciplinary research; and championing community impact. This includes implementing the Academic Success Goals through intentional engagement while cultivating cross-functional collaboration with deans, senior leaders, and the provost to set a transformative standard for student success.
They will understand the future of information science, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data analytics, and librarianship and foster larger interdisciplinary programming and research across colleges. They will serve as the public face of the College, forging partnerships with industry, government, alumni, and community stakeholders, and driving resource development through fundraising and advocacy.
Success will require strategic vision, strong financial acumen, administration and organizational leadership experience, and the ability to unify the college around a shared purpose and innovation.
Minimum Qualifications
Terminal degree in a relevant field. Holds a record of academic accomplishment as a tenured professor or has a significant record of accomplishment in industry service.
Possesses significant experience in academic leadership and administration, or industry leadership and administration.
Possesses significant experience building relationships with external partners, including donors, industry leaders, boards, and community stakeholders, including nationally and internationally.
Preferred Qualifications
Possesses significant experience in academic leadership and administration within a research university setting.
Possesses significant experience leading faculty in an interdisciplinary environment and building relationships with alumni.
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