Position overview Position title: Dean, Division of Undergraduate Education Salary range: $275K - $340K Application Window Open date: September 2, 2026 Next review date: Friday, Oct 2, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Wednesday, Sep 1, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received
after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Position description The University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) seeks an experienced, strategic, and collaborative leader to serve as its next Dean of the Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE). The Dean will play a pivotal role in leading an innovative teaching and learning community where undergraduate students,
regardless of background, fully achieve their academic goals. The Dean will join the Division at a time primed for strategic integration and alignment to foster a supportive and enriching academic experience for students. The Dean of Undergraduate Education reports directly to the Executive Vice Chancellor and provides campuswide leadership to advance excellence, equity, and innovation in undergraduate education. The
Dean is responsible for shaping and implementing initiatives that enhance the quality, effectiveness, and accessibility of undergraduate learning across colleges, divisions, schools, and disciplines. To be successful, the Dean will address the following opportunities and challenges, outlined in greater detail below: Academic Leadership & Program Development Provide academic leadership in the development, enhancement,
and delivery of undergraduate academic programs—including new interdisciplinary programs, across colleges, divisions, schools, and disciplines. Promote curriculum innovation and reform and strengthen academic support services for undergraduate students. Accreditation & Academic Policy Serve as the campus Accreditation Liaison Officer (ALO) with the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior College and
University Commission (WSCUC) and lead the campus through reaffirmation of accreditation reviews. Serve as the undergraduate liaison with the Academic Senate’s Education Policy, Undergraduate Council, and other committees to promote academic excellence by assessing existing academic programs and services and initiating new ones and advising on implications of academic policy changes. Governance & Collaboration Lead
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