[ecrea] Position Dean, Faculty of Arts

DEAN, FACULTY OF ARTS
ST. FRANCIS XAVIER UNIVERSITY, a leading primarily undergraduate
university in Canada, is seeking a Dean, Faculty of Arts, with appointment
expected July 1, 2010. StFX prides itself on the excellence of its teaching
and research, the strength of its traditions, the success of its graduates, and
its strong commitment to community development and social justice. The
University offers an intimate learning environment and a curriculum that
encompasses Faculties of Arts, Science, Education, Business and Information
Systems, as well as a School of Nursing and the Coady International Institute.
There are 4500 students from across Canada and around the world with
260 full-time faculty dedicated to providing students with a post-secondary
education conducive to intellectual and personal growth. The University is
in the midst of an impressive infrastructure renewal program.
The Faculty of Arts offers degrees in the Humanities, Social Sciences and
Fine Arts, as well as offering interdisciplinary programs in Aquatic Resources,
Canadian Studies, Catholic Studies, Development Studies and Women's
Studies.
StFX has a strong commitment to research, and is successful in national
granting agency competitions. StFX counts among its faculty CRCs and
holders of SSHRC, NSERC, CIHR and NSHRF grants, as well as scholars
with internationally acclaimed records of publication.
The position of Dean of Arts requires strong leadership, administrative
abilities and a proven record of scholarship. We seek an individual with
demonstrated interpersonal skills who is able to interact with students,
faculty, and senior administrators. The successful candidate will encourage
and promote the development of innovative strategies to maintain our
current excellence in teaching and research, and will foster the highest
possible level of intellectual culture on campus. A keen awareness of the
diverse nature and needs of the Humanities, Social Sciences and Fine Arts
is essential. The new Dean of Arts will also show initiative in recruiting and
retaining faculty and students.
The normal term of appointment is up to six years and is renewable. St.
Francis Xavier University is committed to the principles of employment equity.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens
and permanent residents will be given priority.
Nominations or expressions of interest should be directed, in confidence,
to the address shown below. The Search Committee will begin to review
expressions of interest February 15, 2010.
Dr. Sean Riley
President and Vice-Chancellor
St. Francis Xavier University
PO Box 5000, Antigonish NS, B2G 2W5
www.stfx.ca
(deansearch /at/ stfx.ca)
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