Job Description

Dean, College of Kinesiology

Located in the vibrant city of Saskatoon, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is one of Canada\'s top research-intensive medical doctoral universities and home to world-leading research of global importance. More than 26,000 students from more than 125 countries study at USask. 130+ academic programs are offered through the university\'s two campuses, 13 schools and colleges and four graduate schools.

The College of Kinesiology (the College) includes USask Rec providing the College with many unique educational and research opportunities. The College and the leadership of the College are closely involved with Huskie Athletics, an important element of the university and the wider community. With almost 800 students, the College offers a breadth of programs covering areas including exercise physiology, gross anatomy, biomechanics, motor learning and control, growth and development, psychology and ethics. Students in the college benefit from excellent facilities and expert faculty which contribute to a dynamic and engaging educational experience.

Reporting to the Provost and Vice-President Academic, the Dean, College of Kinesiology provides strategic and innovative leadership to the College as its chief academic and administrative officer. The Dean works in collaboration with academic leaders, senior administrators and staff, and other key stakeholders to implement and proactively advance the University of Saskatchewan\'s Strategic Plan and objectives promoting and advancing the College within USask and with key partners regionally, nationally, and internationally.

Candidates with a relevant advanced degree and an exemplary academic record as an educator and researcher are invited to apply. Prior performance at the senior academic level is required with preference given to candidates holding the rank of full professor. The successful candidate will have demonstrated administrative and leadership experience with superior relationship-building skills. Demonstrated success in developing and implementing a vision and leading people to achieve exemplary performance and outcomes is essential.

The University believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation, and creativity. USask is dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich their work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request.

To submit your CV and letter of introduction for consideration, in confidence, please visit https://mbexec.com/usask-deankin. For more information, please contact Alina Ivanets at aivanets@mbexec.ca or Alex Verdecchia at .

Review of candidates will begin mid-September. The position remains open until filled.

Posted Date: 6/29/2023

#LI-DNI The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan\'s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the M\xc3\xa9tis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and M\xc3\xa9tis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.

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