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University of Missouri

Location: ColumbiaMO 65211 Document ID: AA516-613V Posted on: 2016-12-2812/28/2016 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
Minimum Education: Not Specified2017-02-26
 

Vice Chancellor & Dean-Agriculture, Food & Natural

Vice Chancellor and Dean

College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

 

The University of Missouri invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice Chancellor and Dean of the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources.  The University seeks a dynamic and innovative leader who will enhance the reputation of the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources and further its position as one of the premier colleges of its kind in the nation. 

The University of Missouri was founded in 1839 in Columbia as the first public university west of the Mississippi River. Today, with an enrollment of more than 33,000 students, 13,000 full-time employees and 300,000 alumni, Mizzou is a $2.2 billion enterprise and an important investment for the state and nation.  MU students represent every Missouri county, all 50 states, and 120 countries. 

Founded in 1870, the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) has developed into a collection of academic programs merging personalized teaching and advising, advanced research with global reach, and extension programs with a sustained impact on Missouri’s economy.  CAFNR has over 210 faculty members in six academic units: Animal Sciences, Biochemistry, Applied Social Sciences, Food Systems and Bioengineering, Plant Sciences, and Natural Resources.  Degree programs are offered to approximately 2,800 undergraduate and 485 graduate students.  Interdisciplinary research and teaching is a hallmark of CAFNR, promoting a collaborative environment within the College and across campus.  The faculty of CAFNR exceed $40 million annually in research expenditures

Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor, the Vice Chancellor and Dean is the chief academic, administrative, and budgetary officer as well as the primary spokesperson for the College.  Candidates must have demonstrated significant achievement in leadership and administration. Candidates should have a distinguished record in research, teaching, and service.  Experience outside academia will be valued.  The successful candidate will possess the terminal degree in their field and qualify for an appointment as full professor with tenure in one of the divisions within the College.  Candidates should have significant experience and demonstrable skills in leading and managing progressive change in the complex environments that exist within a modern land-grant university.  The Dean should have a deep understanding of current and emerging challenges and opportunities in agricultural sciences and natural resources.

The full job description can be found here:  http://www.baasearch.com/opportunities.htm

Nominations and applications may be sent in confidence to the University’s executive search consultant:

Martin M. Baker, Sr Vice President Baker & Associates LLC

4799 Olde Towne Parkway – Suite 202 Marietta, GA 30068  mbaker@baasearch.com

 

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive community of faculty, staff, and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal of collaboration and inclusion and value the many unique qualities and experiences a diverse environment offers.

The University will recruit and employ qualified personnel and will provide equal opportunities during employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or status as a Vietnam-era veteran.