Associate Dean for Research and Engagement

🇺🇸 Starkville, MS

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Other

🗓️ October 2nd, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Mississippi State University is hiring an Associate Dean for Research and Engagement for the Bagley College of Engineering. The role involves providing leadership and managing administrative functions related to research and engagement activities, fostering research collaborations, and supporting faculty in securing research funding. This full-time, twelve-month position reports directly to the Dean of Engineering.

Highlights

Provide vision and leadership for research and engagement activities in the College.
Coordinate research efforts within the college and with external partners.
Support faculty in proposal preparation and contractual agreements for research projects.
Lead efforts to secure financial support for research from external and university sources.
Grow industry partnerships and promote intellectual property development.
Serve as Health and Safety Coordinator and manage space and equipment utilization for research.
Collaborate with academic leadership to enhance research components in education and professional development.
Supervise professional staff supporting research and engagement.
Require tenured full professor status with strong sponsored research record.
Preferred qualifications include experience attracting funding from public and private sources, commitment to student research, and demonstrated collaboration skills.