The Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions invites applications for Associate Dean of Research (tenured faculty). Internal and external candidates are encouraged to apply. Watts College embodies a commitment to service and a dedication to research that addresses social problems through our deep engagement in the community. Whether the focus is on public safety, social welfare, public administration or community development, the diverse academic programs and research initiatives of the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions offer a multifaceted approach to solving society’s shared challenges. Through our four schools and multiple centers, we help build stronger, more resilient, dynamic communities. To learn more about the college visit https://publicservice.asu.edu/

The Associate Dean of Research will provide leadership and support for the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions in advancing its research mission as well as the integration of that mission within the larger strategic goals of the College and University. The Associate Dean of Research works collaboratively with the Dean, Associate Deans, School Directors, Center Directors, faculty, staff and students to elevate the College's research and graduate programs and to promote the integration of the College research areas with University focus areas, by partnering with University-level offices that develop and facilitate world class research.

The successful candidate is expected to provide visionary leadership for research programs, empowering faculty to develop cutting-edge research as well as facilitating national and international partnerships with both the public and private sectors. This individual will work with faculty to develop, facilitate and obtain new revenue streams through grants and other resources that will enhance the College research programs and support strong graduate programs. Specific areas of emphasis include expanding interdisciplinary and translational research, facilitating a robust research infrastructure, developing expertise necessary to support successful competition for federal research funding, and establishing a sound research administrative function.

Diversity and inclusion are integral to the University's commitment to excellence in research, engagement, and education. Candidates who have demonstrated experience engaging in diversity initiatives such as fostering an inclusive environment, working with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds, and incorporating diverse perspectives in research are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee College Research Centers and one Institute which includes periodic reviews of their effectiveness
• Manage, in concert with the relevant University Offices, intellectual property, technology transfer and research agreements
• Develop and manage research-related policies
• Serve as the college liaison for interdisciplinary research, and organize initiatives to establish new research clusters, research centers and interdisciplinary research
• Maintain expertise regarding the federal strategic policy and funding environment and match the College faculty's research talents to take advantage of future funding programs
• Administrate the college research advancement activities which includes a seed funding program
• Work collaboratively with senior leaders to advance a college-wide research agenda

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in public service affiliated field, with a record of scholarship that will allow candidate to qualify for tenure at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor 
• Evidence of a successful program of scholarship including history of grant support
• Previous experience or other evidence of administrative ability to direct research operations of an organization
• Ability to provide a clear vision and to plan strategically how to achieve research goals and objectives 

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership at local, regional and national levels in assisting with development of quality research programs
• Demonstrated success in grant and project team building
• Demonstrated success in managing and receiving extramural funding
• Demonstrated success in developing and enhancing relationships with a variety of internal and external constituents
• Administrative and/or team leadership
• A track-record of making timely decisions and responding promptly to deadlines
• Highly refined verbal and written communication skills
• Experience sharing research accomplishments of a College with funding agencies, alumni and other stakeholders

Application procedure

Apply at https://publicservice.asu.edu/content/jobs. Candidates will be asked to submit the following through their Interfolio Dossier:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter describing your research and interest in the position
• Information for three professional references (name, title, organization, email address, phone number)

The first application deadline is (March 3, 2019) 5:00p.m. Arizona; and if not filled, then every other Friday until the search is closed.

ASU is a comprehensive public research university, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves.

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by law. For a complete statement on ASU’s non-discrimination policies, please refer to: http://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html and https://www.asu.edu/titleIX/