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Dean position



DEAN

SCHOOL OF NATURAL SCIENCES


California State University, San Bernardino invites nominations and applications for the position of
Dean of the School of Natural Sciences. The preferred starting time is August 1, 1999. Reporting to
the Vice President of Academic Affairs, the Dean is responsible for the academic and administrative
leadership of nine departments within the School. These departments are Biology, Chemistry,
Computer Science, Geological Sciences, Health Science and Human Ecology, Mathematics, Nursing,
Kinesiology and Physical Education, and Physics. In addition, the Dean will be responsible for
representing the School to the University and its external constituencies. Candidates should have an
earned doctorate in one of the disciplines in the School of Natural Sciences and be eligible for a
faculty appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure. Some variation from these requirements
may be made for individuals with an outstanding record of academic or administrative leadership.
Candidates should possess:

Successful administrative experience related to organizations and/or educational programs in
university or administrative settings; including personnel and financial management;
Commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service;
Excellent communication skills;
Commitment to student achievement and faculty development;
Understanding of and commitment to principles of shared governance;
A record of intellectual contributions to their discipline;
Evidence of effective community involvement and leadership;
Commitment to advancement of women and minorities.

California State University, San Bernardino, a comprehensive regional university, is one of the
fastest growing of the 22 State University campuses with approximately 14,000 students, 450 full-time
faculty, and 52 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. In addition to the School of
Natural Sciences, the University consists of Schools of Business and Public Administration, Education,
Humanities, and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Off-campus programs are offered at the Coachella
Valley Center in Palm Desert. The University is situated 70 miles east of Los Angeles, offering easy
access to beaches, mountain and desert resorts. The rapidly expanding metropolitan area offers a
wide variety of cultural and recreational opportunities. Housing costs average 20% below those of
Los Angeles and Orange Counties.

Compensation is competitive. Review of applicants will begin November 2, 1998 and continue until
the position is filled. The applicant should submit a resume accompanied by the names, telephone and
fax numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to:

Office of the Provost
Chair, School of Natural Sciences Dean Search Committee
California State University, San Bernardino
5500 University Parkway
San Bernardino, CA 92407

Inquiries regarding applications should be directed to kmacinty@csusb.edu

For more information regarding the School of Natural Sciences, see
http://nsci.csusb.edu