Job Description

Job Summary

The Associate Dean for Faculty Success, Research & Industry Partnerships (ADFRIP) reports to the Dean and serves on the IDS leadership team. The ADFRIP is responsible for planning and advancing the Colleges faculty success, research and creative activity (RSCA), and external engagement agendas. This includes faculty recruitment/retention/evaluation support; research development and compliance; facilitation of interdisciplinary, societally engaged research; and development of mutually beneficial partnerships with industry, community, and government that enhance faculty RSCA, experiential learning, and workforce pipelines. The ADFRIP ensures alignment with university policies and collaborates closely with the Division of Research & Innovation, University Personnel/Faculty Affairs, and the SJSU Research Foundation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee initiatives that enhance faculty success, development, and evaluation processes within the College
• Coordinate faculty recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, retention, and review processes (RTP and posttenure support) in alignment with university policy
• Develop and implement faculty development programs, briefings, and training related to RSCA, faculty affairs, curriculum governance, and compliance
• Plan, direct, and implement strategies for RSCA advancement, including tracking research output, managing internal funding programs, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration
• Serve as IDS liaison to the Division of Research & Innovation and the SJSU Research Foundation for pre/postaward activities, compliance, and limited submissions
• Build and maintain partnerships with industry, nonprofit, and public agencies to advance faculty RSCA, sponsored research, experiential learning, and workforce development
• Convene and lead an External/Industry Advisory Council aligned with College priorities
• Promote and support research infrastructure, including space planning, safety coordination, and shared research resources
• Represent IDS in universitywide councils and committees related to RSCA and faculty success
• Participate in strategic planning, budget development, policy formation, and college operations as part of the IDS leadership team
• Supervise assigned staff and promote a culture of inclusion, transparency, and continuous improvement

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated success in advancing RSCA programs and securing external funding from public and private sources
• Knowledge of research development, federal/state/private sponsors, and compliance (IRB, data governance, research security)
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse faculty, staff, students, and partners
• Proven capacity to build and sustain collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
• Expertise in academic personnel processes, including RTP, lecturer evaluation, and faculty mentoring
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Ability to lead and manage change, handle confidential matters with discretion, and foster an inclusive academic climate
• Familiarity with research facilities, computing environments, laboratory operations, and safety practices
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in all areas of responsibility

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate or terminal degree in a field relevant to IDS (e.g., information/data science, informatics, computer science/engineering, statistics, or related)
• Record of scholarship/creative work commensurate with appointment at the rank of tenured full professor in IDS
• Demonstrated experience of academic leadership (e.g., chair/associate chair, center director, ADR/associate dean, PI of multiinvestigator grants)
• Track record of funded grants, contracts, or foundation awards, with particular success in securing external funding from agencies, from competitive public and private entities
• Experience mentoring and supporting faculty development
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years experience in department or college-level academic leadership (i.e. department chair, center director)
• Demonstrated success in mentoring and developing faculty members scholarly productivity
• Knowledgeable about research best practices and student engagement in research as a high-impact practice
• Demonstrated record of a funded research program characterized by external funding and peerreviewed publications
• Experience working on interdisciplinary teams

Compensation

Classification: Administrator III
Anticipated Hiring Range: $14,584/month - $15,417/month
CSU Salary Range: $6,891/month - $22,119/month

The final hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.

San Jos State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 3035% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest

All applicants must apply within the specified application period: November21,2025, through December7,2025 . This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Contact Information

University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
4089242252

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Background Check Requirement

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment.

Equal Employment Statement

San Jos State University is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination based on age, ancestry, caste, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, nationality, race, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, sex stereotype, and veteran status. This policy applies to all San Jos State University students, faculty, and staff, as well as university programs and activities. TitleIX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Reasonable accommodation is made for applicants with disabilities who selfdisclose. San Jos State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order1083 as a condition of employment.

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