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Academic Dean of the School of Undergraduate Studies

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Lincoln Christian University seeks qualified applicants for Academic Dean of the School of Undergraduate Studies, effective June 1, 2012.

Qualifications: doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in higher education or in a subject area related to the University’s academic programs, significant experience in both academic administration and classroom teaching, evidence of educational leadership in scholarly, professional, and academic accomplishments, and interest in online instruction. Volunteer or professional church ministry experience highly valued. Salary and rank for the faculty position are commensurate with educational qualifications and professional experience. Applicants should be prepared to respond to the University’s mission, core values, statement of faith, and philosophy of education (documents available at www.lincolnchristian.edu/GeneralInformation/).   

The Academic Dean assumes responsibility for the academic administration of the School of Undergraduate Studies within Lincoln Christian University. The position reports to the University Provost, oversees faculty assigned to and teaching in the School and other support staff, and works closely with members of the Provost’s Academic Council, undergraduate field chairs, and other University departments. Essential functions of the position include working collaboratively and creatively to ensure that the School achieves its educational goal in support of the University’s mission, developing and mentoring faculty and other academic personnel, providing leadership and oversight in relation to the School’s academic programs and resources, and monitoring and encouraging the academic progress of students in the School.

Review of applications will begin January 17, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, C.V., and three letters of recommendation to Ms. Andrea Short, Vice President of Finance/HR Coordinator, Lincoln Christian University, 100 Campus View Drive, Lincoln, IL, 62656, or hr@lincolnchristian.edu.  

Lincoln Christian University was founded in the heart of Illinois in 1944. Today, more than 1,000 students pursue their undergraduate, seminary and adult and graduate studies education at our main campus, offsite and online. Our alumni can be found across the United States and in more than 70 countries. LCU gives its students the knowledge, skills and biblical worldview to live their mission in the church, the workplace and the world. LCU offers a variety of majors and degrees ranging from two-year associate degrees to the doctor of ministry. The school is historically associated with the Christian Church/Church of Christ, the University’s primary religious constituency (see www.lincolnchristian.edu/GeneralInformation/WhatWeBelieve.asp).

Lincoln Christian University does not unlawfully discriminate in employment practices on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, disability, or prior military service. Lincoln Christian University encourages applicants who will contribute to the cultural diversity of the University to apply and to identify themselves if they wish. Federal guidelines clearly recognize the right of church-related institutions to seek personnel who will support the goals of the institution, including the right to select members of the church to which the institution is related.

hr@lincolnchristian.edu

Internal Job Code: UG DEAN 010312

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