Dean, School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego, CA

Job description

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates. Benefits: We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program. Job Summary: The School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) at Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Dean. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please submit application materials by Friday, October 30, 2026 for full consideration. Point Loma Nazarene University PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber, skilled and/or demonstrating great potential in the practice of teaching and scholarship. The School of STEM serves over 440 students and has 35 faculty and staff that collaborate to offer traditional undergraduate, graduate, and adult undergraduate degrees in Biology B.A. or B.S., Biology-Chemistry B.S., Environmental Science B.S., Chemistry B.S., Computer Science B.S., Data Science, B.S., Information Systems, B.S., Mathematics, B.A. or B.S., Engineering, B.S.E., and Physics, B.A. or B.S. Benefits We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes health insurance, dental insurance, competitive retirement matching, and tuition benefits for employees and dependents. There may also be opportunities for university assistance with the cost of housing in Southern California. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community, including faculty chapel, weekly faculty lunches, and a robust wellness program. Salary: Pay range $150,000 - $175,000 Actual salary offered is determined by the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and other factors, including internal equity and university funding resources. Job Status: Full time *** Job Description: General Responsibilities: Under the general direction of the Provost, the Dean of the STEM School will oversee the academic and administrative leadership of the school, including such areas as mission alignment; program development; strategic planning; course scheduling; assessment and improvement of curriculum and instruction; faculty recruitment, development, and retention; budgeting; and overseeing resource maintenance. The Dean will help shape a distinctive vision for Christian STEM education in which rigorous scientific inquiry, academic excellence, and deep Christian faith are brought into meaningful conversation. The Dean will serve as a strong advocate to enhance the profile, visibility, and effectiveness of the school and the programs housed within it by creating and strengthening partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders as well as accrediting organizations. In addition, the Dean will collaborate as part of the Provost’s Council with the Vice-Provosts as requested in car