Dean of the School of Information Sciences

Duties Responsibilities Strategic Direction and Vision Provide strategic leadership that advances the iSchool’s mission, strengthens its identity, and positions the School for success amid evolving social, economic, political, and technological landscapes. Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and University leadership to articulate and implement a compelling vision for the School’s future. Position the iSchool for continued leadership as information sciences evolve in response to advances in artificial intelligence, data science, computing, and other emerging technologies and their societal implications. Academic and Research Excellence Advance excellence and innovation across undergraduate, graduate, professional, and interdisciplinary education. Foster a vibrant research environment and support ambitious, interdisciplinary, and externally funded scholarship. Administrative Leadership and Resource Stewardship Provide strategic leadership for the School’s academic, research, administrative, financial, advancement, and engagement activities. Recruit, develop, support, and retain outstanding faculty and staff. Provide effective stewardship of the School’s financial, human, physical, and technological resources. Advancement and External Partnerships Strengthen interdisciplinary partnerships across the University and expand external partnerships with government, industry, professional organizations, civil society, the public, and other stakeholders, advancing public and community engagement in support of the School’s mission and the University’s priorities. Lead advancement and fundraising efforts and cultivate meaningful relationships with alumni, donors, and other supporters. Institutional Representation and Advocacy Serve as a visible and compelling advocate for the School among students, faculty, and staff, across the University, and locally, nationally, and internationally.