Dean, Graduate Studies & Research

Dean, Graduate Studies & Research

Submit (1) letter of interest fully describing qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications; (2) detailed CV; and (3) the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least five professional references who may be contacted.

Position Information

Job Title - Dean, Graduate Studies & Research

Position Class Type - Regular

Position Type - Staff

Other Position Information - About Kettering: Kettering University is a national leader in experiential STEM and business education, integrating an intense academic curriculum with applied professional experience. We inspire students to realize their potential and advance their ideas by combining theory and practice better than any institution in the world. Kettering University is dedicated to achieving the extraordinary through technological innovation, leadership, and service, built on values that foster respect, integrity, creativity, collaboration, and excellence in growth, global leadership, community outreach, and an engaged community of stakeholders. Benefits include health, dental and vision coverage; retirement benefits with up to a 9% Kettering matching contribution; life and accident insurance; tuition assistance and waiver programs; vacation and holiday pay; sick and disability pay; home purchase assistance program; recreation center membership; and many other benefits. To learn more please view the Kettering University Profile.

Position Status - Full-time

Preferred Qualifications - •At least 3 years of administrative experience in higher education and/or research administration;•A record of developing new graduate programs and/or expanding existing programs;•Significant leadership experience in research and grant administration at the department level and/or higher;•Experience in working with industry partners;•Experience recruiting international graduate students.

Job Specific Required Qualifications - •An earned doctorate in an engineering or science field, or equivalent terminal degree;•A proven track-record of research and teaching commensurate with an appointment as a tenured full professor in one of the University's departments;•Effective leadership, interpersonal, oral and written communications skills.•Significant experience working with graduate students and promoting graduate education;•Knowledge of funding sources and regulatory issues related to grant funding;•A proven track-record in obtaining substantial external funding to support research;•Successful experience in budget management and in planning;

Posting Information

Posting Number - SP00476

Posting Date - 02/27/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled - Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants - Submit (1) letter of interest fully describing qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications; (2) detailed CV; and (3) the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least five professional references who may be contacted.

Job Duties

Percent of total time - 40

Duties - Develop and grow graduate programs (on-campus, online, and BS/Masters pathways). Work with the department heads and faculty on the strategic expansion of on-campus graduate education. Develop a comprehensive recruiting plan for on-campus graduate education. Develop external sources of support for graduate students and programs.

Percent of total time - 30

Duties - Manage development and execution of faculty research programs and compliance; (both federal and applied/company sponsored). Develop and grow external funding opportunities. Work with governmental agencies, foundations, and private sector companies to identify and develop funding opportunities. Coordinate and support institutional initiatives relating to technology transfer and intellectual property issues. Work with community leaders to identify opportunities to enhance research and development in Flint and the region.

Percent of total time - 15

Duties - Provide leadership for research and on-campus graduate programs. Develop a strategic agenda for research and graduate programs. In collaboration with the department heads, faculty and staff, provide institutional leadership in the areas of research and graduate education. Develop and manage professional development programs and translate them into degree-seeking programs.

Percent of total time - 15

Duties - Provide administrative supervision for the offices of sponsored research and graduate studies. Provide daily supervision of the employees for the offices of sponsored research and graduate studies. Provide budget oversight. Develop and implement policies and processes across research and graduate programs. Provide compliance oversight.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. List of References

Optional Documents