University of Oregon
Executive Director of the School of Computer and Data Sciences
University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon, United States, 97403
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Executive Director of the School of Computer and Data Sciences Job no: 534290 Work type: Officer of Administration Categories: Executive/Management/Director, Research/Scientific/Grants, Computer and Information Science, Data Science Department: Arts & Sciences, College of Department: CAS School of Computer & Data Science Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing Salary: Commensurate with experience Compensation Band: OS-OA13-Fiscal Year 2024-2025 FTE: 1.0 Application Review Begins: Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the search process is completed. For best consideration, please apply by September 15, 2024. Special Instructions to Applicants: Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be sent via the Isaacson, Miller website for the search:
link . Electronic submission of materials is required. Department Summary: Founded in 1876, the University of Oregon is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), the state’s flagship institution, and an Emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) with over 15% Latinx student enrollment. It enrolls more than 19,000 undergraduate and 3,600 graduate students representing all 50 states and 94 countries. It is an integral economic driver for the state, with an estimated $2.6 billion annual economic return to Oregon. The main campus of UO is located in Eugene, on Kalapuya Ilihi in the southern Willamette Valley. The College of Arts and Sciences is the intellectual hub of UO, shaping its identity as a comprehensive research university rooted in liberal arts and sciences education. The School of Computing and Data Sciences plays a critical role in advancing this mission. Position Summary: The University of Oregon seeks a strategic, visionary, and highly collaborative leader to serve as the Executive Director of the new School of Computer and Data Sciences (SCDS). Housed within the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), SCDS is an innovative hub in the Pacific Northwest for advancing education and research in computer and data sciences. The Executive Director will join the UO community at a pivotal time. Since 2017, data science has been identified as one of UO’s Presidential Initiatives with a goal of national prominence. The Executive Director of SCDS will play an instrumental role in promoting and advancing a cohesive vision for computer and data sciences. Key Responsibilities: Develop, communicate, and strengthen the strategic directions and interdisciplinary identity of the School. Build an inclusive environment for innovative research and education. Forge ties with external partners to increase funds, resources, student opportunities, and industry collaborations. Expand student success, access, and retention. Support the continued rapid growth of the data science major and facilitate similar growth for other undergraduate majors. Minimum Qualifications: A doctorate degree related to one or more of the disciplines within the SCDS, and a strong record of scholarship, teaching, and professional service appropriate for the appointment at the rank of a tenured full professor. Experience leading and managing a team of faculty and/or researchers across disciplines. Demonstrated success in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Capacity to cultivate external relations to support fundraising, development, industry and community engagement. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in leading or developing curricular and instructional innovation. Experience in securing grants from funding agencies. FLSA Exempt: Yes All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees. For more information about benefits, visit
link . The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. Advertised: 08 Aug 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
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Executive Director of the School of Computer and Data Sciences Job no: 534290 Work type: Officer of Administration Categories: Executive/Management/Director, Research/Scientific/Grants, Computer and Information Science, Data Science Department: Arts & Sciences, College of Department: CAS School of Computer & Data Science Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing Salary: Commensurate with experience Compensation Band: OS-OA13-Fiscal Year 2024-2025 FTE: 1.0 Application Review Begins: Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the search process is completed. For best consideration, please apply by September 15, 2024. Special Instructions to Applicants: Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be sent via the Isaacson, Miller website for the search:
link . Electronic submission of materials is required. Department Summary: Founded in 1876, the University of Oregon is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), the state’s flagship institution, and an Emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) with over 15% Latinx student enrollment. It enrolls more than 19,000 undergraduate and 3,600 graduate students representing all 50 states and 94 countries. It is an integral economic driver for the state, with an estimated $2.6 billion annual economic return to Oregon. The main campus of UO is located in Eugene, on Kalapuya Ilihi in the southern Willamette Valley. The College of Arts and Sciences is the intellectual hub of UO, shaping its identity as a comprehensive research university rooted in liberal arts and sciences education. The School of Computing and Data Sciences plays a critical role in advancing this mission. Position Summary: The University of Oregon seeks a strategic, visionary, and highly collaborative leader to serve as the Executive Director of the new School of Computer and Data Sciences (SCDS). Housed within the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), SCDS is an innovative hub in the Pacific Northwest for advancing education and research in computer and data sciences. The Executive Director will join the UO community at a pivotal time. Since 2017, data science has been identified as one of UO’s Presidential Initiatives with a goal of national prominence. The Executive Director of SCDS will play an instrumental role in promoting and advancing a cohesive vision for computer and data sciences. Key Responsibilities: Develop, communicate, and strengthen the strategic directions and interdisciplinary identity of the School. Build an inclusive environment for innovative research and education. Forge ties with external partners to increase funds, resources, student opportunities, and industry collaborations. Expand student success, access, and retention. Support the continued rapid growth of the data science major and facilitate similar growth for other undergraduate majors. Minimum Qualifications: A doctorate degree related to one or more of the disciplines within the SCDS, and a strong record of scholarship, teaching, and professional service appropriate for the appointment at the rank of a tenured full professor. Experience leading and managing a team of faculty and/or researchers across disciplines. Demonstrated success in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Capacity to cultivate external relations to support fundraising, development, industry and community engagement. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in leading or developing curricular and instructional innovation. Experience in securing grants from funding agencies. FLSA Exempt: Yes All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees. For more information about benefits, visit
link . The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. Advertised: 08 Aug 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
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