Dean of Engineering Search

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WPI opens search for next Dean, School of Engineering

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) invites nominations and applications for an accomplished, creative, values-driven leader with a demonstrated track record of success in leading a high-performing, visionary, and dynamic organization to serve as the next Bernard M. Gordon Dean, School of Engineering. Globally renowned for its long history of project-based learning, impactful invention, and discoveries, the School of Engineering prepares students to collaborate with peers across disciplines to develop innovative and effective solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges.

 

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Position Profile

The successful candidate will serve as the fourth Dean of WPI’s School of Engineering and will be a key strategic partner to the newly appointed Provost and Senior Vice President, Andrew Sears. The next Dean will have the opportunity to build on the University’s rich history, distinctive educational approach, impactful research and innovation, and highly immersive, inclusive, and innovative campus culture to forge a future that continues to drive WPI’s transformative STEM education and research.

The next Dean will step into leadership at an exciting time. Joining President Grace Wang and Provost Andrew Sears, the Dean will have the opportunity to contribute to a leadership team which is dynamically guiding WPI into the future via the Institute’s Strategic Plan: Lead with Purpose. The next Dean will architect the School’s future vision and strategy, providing a forward-looking path that further elevates WPI Engineering’s role in providing distinctive, transformative engineering education, addressing the world’s grand challenges, and contributing to societal good. 

For more details about this role and about Worcester Polytechnic Institute, see the executive profile

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Procedure for Candidacy

All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile. 

WittKieffer is assisting Worcester Polytechnic Institute in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received no later than February 12, 2025. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or résumé, and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the profile.

Application materials, nominations, and inquiries can be directed to: Sandra Chu, Cathryn Davis, and Suzanne Teer at WPIDeanEngineering@wittkieffer.com.

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WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with​ diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

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