Dean, College of Agriculture
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Management
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Academic
Dean of the College of Agriculture and Director of the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station
Auburn University seeks a dynamic and collaborative leader to serve as the next Dean of the College of Agriculture and Director of the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station.
Guided by Auburn's 10-year strategic plan and the College's newly launched 2026 framework, the Dean will refine and advance a bold vision that strengthens the College’s impact across Alabama, nationally, and globally. The leader will accelerate strategic priorities and position the College as a leader in agricultural innovation, education, and outreach.
The Dean will oversee a complex and geographically distributed enterprise, fostering alignment, building trust across stakeholders, and supporting a culture of excellence.
Key responsibilities include:
- Prioritizing faculty and staff development.
- Ensuring sustained enrollment and an exceptional student experience.
- Aligning academic offerings with workforce needs.
- Championing research excellence, building on recent success averaging more than $58 million annually in sponsored funding and leveraging new investments in research facilities.
- Expanding interdisciplinary collaboration and external engagement.
- Serving as a prominent ambassador to industry leaders, producers, policymakers, and partner institutions.
The ideal candidate will bring a distinguished academic background, proven leadership in complex organizations, and a commitment to shared governance, student success, and faculty advancement.
With more than 160 faculty, 285 staff, and over 1,400 students, the College of Agriculture plays a central role in Auburn's land‑grant mission, offering the Dean a significant opportunity to drive meaningful and lasting impact.
Application ProcessApplications can be submitted through the Witt Kieffer Candidate Portal. Candidates should upload a CV or résumé and a letter of interest that addresses the themes outlined in this profile. Submissions must be received by AUGUST 10, 2026
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Nominations and inquiries can be directed to the Witt Kieffer consultants supporting this search:
Ryan Crawford,
Jessica Herrington,
Jess Cummings,
Equal Opportunity StatementAuburn University is an EEO/Vet/Disability Employer and committed to building an inclusive and diverse community.
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