Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Nationally recognized achievement in academic pursuits that would warrant appointment as a tenured, full professor.

N/A

The CHS dean serves as the chief academic officer, administrative officer and spokesperson for the college. Reporting directly to the provost, the dean holds a tenured faculty rank (professor) while providing strong and visionary leadership and strategic direction for the academic departments, programs and initiatives within a complex fiscal environment. The dean ensures the college’s academic, research, and service missions are achieved and that the college is well-positioned to address evolving challenges and opportunities within the fields of health sciences. The dean will also support and strengthen essential partnerships with UK HealthCare, the university’s nationally ranked academic medical system, which includes the Albert B. Chandler Hospital, Kentucky Children’s Hospital and a comprehensive network of specialized outpatient clinics and services.

With a demonstrated commitment to teaching, scholarship, research productivity and service, the dean will be a recognized scholar with both a national and international profile who can amplify the visibility and reputation of the College of Health Sciences at the University of Kentucky.

Responsibilities

Assume such other duties and responsibilities as may be requested by the provost.

Goals and Objectives
The next dean of CHS will step into an exceptional leadership opportunity. Among the responsibilities assigned to this position, the dean is expected to give particular attention to the following leadership goals:

Greenwood Asher & Associates® is assisting the University of Kentucky in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Inquiries, nominations and application materials should be directed to Julie Schrodt and/or Jeremy Duff from Greenwood Asher & Associates. Application materials should include:

The search will be conducted with a commitment of confidentiality for candidates until finalists are selected. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made. For best consideration, you must complete the UK application and also direct inquiries, nominations and application materials to:

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.