Dean of the Graduate School at Miami University in Laws Hall

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Job Title Dean of the Graduate School Department Provost Office Worker Type Regular Pay Type Salary Position Salary Minimum $225,000 Position Salary Maximum $250,000 Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Benefit Eligible Yes Screening Date 2026-11-01 Job Description Summary The Office of the Provost invites nominations and/or applications for the position of Dean of the Graduate School. This is a full-time, unclassified position to begin as soon as practical. Job Description Miami University is a highly respected and distinctive public institution of higher education that is recognized for outstanding undergraduate education and selective graduate and research programs. The University serves the citizens of the state of Ohio, as well as an established regional and an increasingly national constituency. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced, visionary leader to help grow, enhance, and advance Miami University. With a student body of over 16,000 undergraduate and approximately 2,000 graduate students at its Oxford campus, Miami effectively combines a wide range of strong academic programs with the personal attention ordinarily found only at much smaller institutions. Graduate programs complement and enhance the undergraduate educational experience. Beyond Oxford, two regional campuses, Miami Online, and the Voice of America Learning Center, collectively enroll an additional approximately 3,500 students, providing key access points and opportunities for traditional and non-traditional students alike. The Dolibois European Center in Luxembourg, provides Miami students with a unique opportunity for an immersive study abroad experience. The University’s curriculum and commitment to the highest quality instruction have earned it exceptional recognition: Miami is ranked No. 65 nationally among public universities in "Best Colleges – National Universities2027” by U.S. News & World Report. Among all national universities, Miami is ranked No. 133 out of 422 universities on the list. Miami rankings for engineering (no doctorate), business, accounting, best colleges for veterans, and best in-state value, are in the top 100 of the 2027 US News ranking. Miami ranks No. 10 nationally for its commitment to undergraduate teaching in the 2027 US News ranking. Miami has been on the list since 2009. Miami ranks #26 among publics and #1 among all Ohio schools for Earnings by Major in the 2027 US News Best Colleges ranking. LinkedIn ranked Miami at No. 5 among public schools and No. 44 overall in its 2026 Top Colleges edition. Miami University’ Honors College is ranked No. 5overall in the 50 Best Honors Colleges for 2026 by College Transitions. RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean of the Graduate School will provide dynamic leadership for graduate education at Miami University and be an advocate for the role and importance of graduate education both within the university and with external audiences. The Dean leads and directs all core functions of the Graduate School, including administrative operations, planning, policy, program development, marketing, and student admissions and student recruitment, as well as works collaboratively with the provost, other deans, and departments to advance, promote, and support academic excellence in graduate education at Miami University. Specific responsibilities include: Develops, implements and administers the policies and procedures of the Graduate School, including, recruitment, admissions, enrollment, monitoring and recording of academic progress and milestones, and the awarding of degrees. Develops and articulates a university-wide vision and strategic plan for graduate education. Evaluates the portfolio of graduate programs and recommend investments, restructuring, consolidation, or discontinuation when appropriate. Assists individual programs and depar