Sacred Heart University · 23 hours ago
Associate Dean, School of Computing & Engineering, College of Arts & Sciences
5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveSacred Heart University is one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and a leader in higher education. They are seeking an Associate Dean for the School of Computing & Engineering to provide academic and operational leadership, ensuring programs remain current and relevant while fostering industry partnerships and student success.
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Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for SCE, including planning, goal-setting, and assessment aligned with CAS and University priorities
Work with department chairs and program directors to ensure academic quality, clear program structures, and strong student outcomes in computing and engineering
Lead the design, evaluation, and continuous improvement of curricula so that programs align with industry standards, certifications where appropriate, employer expectations, and evolving workforce needs
Monitor and interpret trends in computing, engineering, and emerging technologies, and use that insight to guide program updates, new offerings, and skills development so the School stays ahead of the curve
Develop, sustain, and grow strategic partnerships with industry, employers, and external organizations to support internships, co-ops, capstone projects, applied learning, and career pathways for students
Establish and manage School and program-level advisory boards to provide structured, ongoing external input on curriculum, competencies, tools, and experiential learning
Coordinate with mathematics and relevant sciences to maintain strong STEM foundations and efficient pathways that support student progression and success in SCE programs
Support recruitment, mentoring, and professional development of faculty, encouraging engagement with industry, currency in tools and practices, and high-quality teaching
Oversee School operations, including budgeting, staffing, facilities, and scheduling, to enable effective program delivery and student support
Lead or support accreditation and compliance activities (e.g., ABET where applicable), including assessment and documentation for continuous improvement
Collaborate with campus partners (e.g., Career & Professional Development, Admissions, Marketing, Advancement) to promote SCE programs and employer engagement
Champion student experience and success, including advising, mentoring, co-curricular activities, and efforts to broaden participation and foster an inclusive climate
Ensure that SCE programs reflect Sacred Heart’s mission and Catholic intellectual tradition, emphasizing ethical responsibility, social impact, and technology in service of the common good
Qualification
Required
Earned doctorate in computer science, engineering, or a closely related STEM discipline
Record of teaching, curriculum engagement, and service meriting appointment at the associate professor level or higher
Demonstrated academic leadership experience (e.g., program director, department chair, or comparable role)
Experience working with or within industry, or in roles requiring meaningful engagement with employers or external partners
Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills, with demonstrated ability to build consensus and manage change
Preferred
Experience creating or working with industry advisory boards and employer partnerships
Familiarity with accreditation processes (e.g., ABET) and evidence of success in program review and continuous improvement
Experience aligning academic programs with workforce needs, certifications, and industry standards in computing and/or engineering
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in STEM education
Familiarity with the mission and values of Catholic higher education and interest in SHU's liberal-arts and human-centered technology focus
Company
Sacred Heart University
Sacred Heart University in the liberal arts and Catholic intellectual traditions, mission of company educate the whole person.
Founded in 1963
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.6MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Education
2024-09-25Grant· $0.6M
Leadership Team
Bobby Valentine
Executive Director of Athletics
Walter William Curtis
Founder
Recent News
2025-08-27
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