Another Source’s client, Eastern Washington University (EWU), is excited to announce a newly created leadership opportunity for a Dean Graduate Studies and Research. This is your chance to make a profound difference in the lives of students during one of their most pivotal transitions.
Here’s a little about Eastern Washington University and the position they are recruiting for:
At Eastern Washington University, transformation is more than a goal- it’s a mission.
EWU is a vibrant, student-centered university committed to access, innovation, and impact. Rooted in the Inland Northwest, EWU empowers students, faculty, and communities to thrive through learning, discovery, and engagement.
The Dean of Graduate Studies and Research will be a dynamic leader driving excellence in graduate studies and research across the university. This role will champion innovation, collaboration, and scholarly achievement- advancing EWU’s mission to inspire inquiry, foster opportunity, and shape the future.
Your Impact
The Dean of Graduate Studies and Researchserves as a key academic leader responsible for advancing Eastern Washington University’s research enterprise and strengthening graduate education across disciplines.
This inaugural role brings together the leadership of the Office of Grants and Research Development (OGRD) and the Graduate Programs Office, positioning the Dean to align institutional priorities in research, innovation, and graduate student success.
Reporting directly to the Provost, the Dean provides strategic direction for expanding externally funded research, supporting faculty development, enhancing graduate education quality and enrollment, and ensuring compliance and research integrity. The Dean also plays a central role in cultivating partnerships with industry, government, and community organizations in alignment with EWU’s mission as the region’s polytechnic university.
What you will be doing:
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for expanding externally funded research and enhancing graduate education.
- Champion a culture of innovation, integrity, and access in research and graduate studies.
- Align initiatives with EWU’s Strategic and Academic Master Plans.
Graduate Education
- Provide academic and administrative leadership for over 40 graduate programs serving 3,500+ students across in-person, hybrid, and online formats.
- Collaborate with deans and graduate directors to strengthen program quality, accreditation, and market alignment.
- Oversee graduate student funding, including assistantships and tuition waivers, and advocate for competitive support models.
- Advance recruitment, retention, and professional development initiatives to promote student success.
Research and Grants Development
- Oversee pre- and post-award administration, compliance, and faculty development within OGRD.
- Support faculty in securing external funding and building cross-disciplinary, applied research partnerships.
- Ensure compliance with all federal and institutional policies related to research integrity, human and animal subjects, and conflict of interest.
Collaboration and Partnerships
- Build strong internal and external partnerships with colleges, advancement, industry, government, and community organizations.
- Represent EWU in state and national councils related to research and graduate education.
Administration and Resource Management
- Supervise the Directors of Grants and Research Development and Graduate Programs.
- Manage budgets and allocate resources to advance institutional priorities.
- Streamline policies and processes that improve research development and graduate operations.
Minimum Requirements
- Ph.D. or terminal research degree in any field and a record of scholarship meriting tenure at EWU.
- Demonstrated success in securing and managing external grants or contracts.
- Substantial leadership experience in graduate education, research administration, or related roles.
- Knowledge of federal and institutional compliance regulations related to sponsored research and graduate studies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience directing graduate programs or an office of sponsored research.
- Proven success in building partnerships with external organizations to expand research opportunities.
- Experience with budget management, fundraising, and aligning resources to institutional goals.
- Familiarity with research security, responsible conduct of research, and intellectual property.
- Tenured faculty experience at the rank of Full Professor.
- Demonstrated ability to lead change, foster collaboration, and promote continuous improvement.
Required Documentation for Submissions Includes:
- Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the requiredqualifications [and preferred qualifications, ifapplicable].It is preferred that you providethat informationina bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.
- Attach a chronological Curriculum Vitae (CV) including work history and major duties,education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position.
- Mission Statement Response - EWU’s mission is to provide an inclusive,equitable, andtransformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordableacademic excellence. We are committed to serving first-generation, Pell-eligible students.How would you contribute to this mission?
- Attach a list of five professional references to include their names, titles, organizationnames, phone numbers, email addresses, and their connection to you.
What’s in it for you:
- Enjoy a robust benefits package and a role that lets you lead with purpose:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- State retirement plans through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems
- Life and disability insurance
- Tuition waiver for you and eligible family members at EWU and other state institutions
- Generous time off: paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and parental leave
Learn more about the benefits: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/
The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $135,000- 180,000
Relocation assistance offered.
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