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Sep 22 04
Source: Direct Submission
Dean of the School of Design
The Savannah College of Art and Design invites applicants for the position of Dean of the School of Design. The dean provides leadership to the academic life of the school and coordinates the academic departments of fashion, fibers, furniture design, industrial design, and metals and jewelry. The dean works closely with department chairs and provides guidance on curriculum matters, student learning and support, faculty development, as well as budgets and physical resources. The dean collaborates with the Dean of Undergraduate Studies and the Dean of Graduate Studies on matters related to academic development and assessment and reports to the Vice President for Academic Services.
Candidates should possess a commitment to student learning and career preparation demonstrated through a record of excellent teaching, scholarly research and/or professional accomplishments; a recognition of new technologies and pedagogies in education; demonstrated leadership and strong interpersonal skills; and appreciation for diversity in the college community. Qualified candidates will have a Ph.D. or M.F.A. in a design discipline.
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TO APPLY: Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume, samples of work, official transcripts and three reference letters to: Human Resources, Savannah College of Art and Design, P.O. Box 3146, Savannah, GA 31402-3146, or fax to 912-525-5222, or e-mail to scadhr@scad.edu. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. AA/EOE. Please visit our web site at www.scad.edu.
ABOUT THE COLLEGE: The Savannah College of Art and Design, located in historic Savannah, Georgia, USA, is a private, non-profit college that exists to prepare talented students for careers in the visual and performing arts, design, building arts, and art and architecture. The college offers twenty-three areas of study and awards bachelor and master's degrees. A low student/faculty ratio is maintained at the college, with small classes taught by caring, dedicated faculty who hold terminal degrees and/or other outstanding credentials.