Help Wanted: Penn State University College Of Agricultural Sciences Dean

Penn State University is seeking nominations and candidates for the next dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences that works to fulfill Penn State’s land-grant mission through its integration of teaching, research and extension.

Priority consideration will be given to materials received by March 1.

The College of Agricultural Sciences is seeking an inspirational leader who brings passion and an understanding of the convergent activities and disciplines that fuel the college’s mission. 

The new dean should have a distinguished record of scholarly achievement and professional credentials appropriate for a tenured appointment at the rank of full professor, and have significant experience and demonstrable skills in leading and managing progressive change in a large, complex environment that exists within a leading public research university. 

Buffkin/Baker, an executive search firm, is assisting Penn State in the search. Inquiries of interest, nominations and applications should be submitted electronically, in confidence, to: Martin M. Baker, managing partner, Buffkin/Baker, at martin@buffkinbaker.com.  

Applications should include 1) a current CV and 2) a letter of interest that addresses the responsibilities and qualifications described in the full leadership profile available here. 

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[Posted: February 12, 2024]  PA Environment Digest