Dean, Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture & Design

The Company is seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to serve as the Dean of the Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design. This role is pivotal in the academic and administrative leadership of the College, with a focus on strategic planning, faculty appointments, budgetary oversight, and stewardship. The successful candidate will be responsible for the long-range vision and specific strategies to ensure the continued excellence of the College's programs and faculty. They must be a distinguished academic and professional with a terminal degree in a relevant field, capable of bridging theory and practice, and committed to the mission of the College and the University. The Dean will also be expected to engage in fundraising, represent the College to external constituents, and foster a culture of shared governance and collaboration. Applicants for the Dean position at the Hines College should have a strong background in academic and professional achievement, superior interpersonal and management skills, and a commitment to student success. The role requires a leader who can inspire and lead a diverse faculty, build multidisciplinary programs, and create an internationally focused, professionally engaged educational environment. Familiarity with emerging technologies and a forward-looking perspective on their implications for architecture and design are essential. The ideal candidate will be an innovative and entrepreneurial leader, adept at fiscal management, and share the company's commitment to innovation, collaboration, and resilience. The Dean will play a critical role in the College's and the University's strategic goals, particularly in the areas of student success, research, and community engagement.