Trenton, New Jersey
Posted: 09-Dec-25
Location: Trenton, New Jersey
Employment Type:
Organization Type:
Assistant Dean and Academic Program Director for the School of Science and Technology, AI Specialist
(Associate Dean may be considered commensurate with experience)
D30: $135,000 - $145,000
School of Science and Technology
315 W. State Street Trenton, NJ 08618
Thomas Edison State University was founded in 1972 to break down barriers to degree completion. Fifty years later, it proudly serves a diverse body of adult students with innovative and professionally relevant academic programming in a predominantly online delivery. Our team of high-energy student-focused professionals is welcoming new members who are making their mark in education and are ready to help change the lives of thousands of adult students across New Jersey and around the world.
Candidates who are excited by changing lives, committed to the success of all and want to be challenged by new and innovative opportunities, should submit an application.
Summary:
We are looking for an innovative, student-oriented, and service-driven leader for an exciting opportunity to serve as the Assistant Dean and Academic Program Director of the School of Science and Technology. We seek an individual who is academically and professionally qualified, energized to work at a fast pace, and excited by innovation and the power of education to improve lives. Moreover, we are seeking an individual who is passionate and prepared to challenge traditional models and mindsets and who is excited by innovation in the service of today’s adult learners.
Applicants should demonstrate their ability to build academic communities, engage students, address the educational needs of diverse and complex constituencies, and collaborate with Deans, internal staff, and external organizations.
Under the direction of the Dean, the Assistant Dean and Academic Program Director assists in the general administration of all academic aspects of assigned academic programs in the School of Science and Technology.
The Assistant Dean and Academic Program Director will be responsible for the following:
Program and Curriculum Development
- Under the direction of the Dean, lead the development, implementation, continuous improvement and review of academic programs, certificates, and customized educational offerings in Artificial Intelligence
- Support the University to incorporate AI into courses across the curriculum.
- Ensure high quality, currency and relevance of assigned academic programs through activities such as periodic market reviews, continuous improvement based on feedback from industry and government organizational partners, students, alumni, and other stakeholders.
- Oversee the development and implementation of the programs’ learning outcomes assessments.
- Ensure that educational programs meet appropriate professional standards and programmatic accreditation activities.
- Supports the Dean in the recruitment, approval, and evaluation of mentors and subject matter experts (SME’s).
- Provide leadership to major projects through the center for AI Innovation.
Student Centric Leadership
-Engage in coordinated outreach and support of students to enhance student success and persistence.
- Collaboratively manage assigned program enrollment, retention, and graduation initiatives with appropriate academic staff.
- Assist in leading key academic program responsibilities; strategic planning, hiring, performance management, enterprise-wide relationship building, and donor development.
- Assist the Dean in administrating the University’s academic policies.
Community Engagement
- Conceive, implement, and assist in leading innovative initiatives associated with developing and engage external professional organizations, constituencies, and markets.
- Construct partnerships and beneficial relationships, strengthening the University’s educational and service commitment.
- Participate in professional organizations as appropriate to maintain currency in the academic field.
- Represent the School with internal and external audiences through committees, meetings, social media, and conferences.
Funding Expansion
-Support the Dean in the identification, writing and managing of grants to support the School’s students and programs.
Competencies:
- Willingness to embrace alternatives to traditional higher education viewpoints.
Ability to:
- Work with professional and support staff, and the community at large,
- Work at a distance with students, mentors, and other professionals, and
- Use technology to communicate, synthesize information, and prepare reports.
Knowledge of:
- Current issues, trends and opportunities in relevant academic field(s),
- Current issues and trends in adult learning, distance learning, and online education.
- Experience integrating real world examples into academic programs.
- Demonstrable competencies related to the areas of responsibility described above, particularly as related to Artificial Intelligence.
Requirements:
Minimum Education and Experience
- Possession of a doctorate in a relevant academic discipline.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience as faculty or administrator in a higher education or similar environment with experience in developing and managing undergraduate or graduate programs.
- At least 2 years of professional experience in Artificial Intelligence.
(For Associate Dean, a minimum of six (6) years’ experience as faculty or/and administrator in a higher education environment and relevant workforce experience).
- Significant leadership experience in Artificial Intelligence can replace 1 year of faculty/administrator experience.
- Experience in developing and managing degree and certificates programs, working with students, and managing instructional staff.
*TESU strives to offer a flexible work environment while balancing the operational needs of the University. As such, we have several options for hybrid-work schedules. Positions determine what type of hybrid-work schedule is available and, if necessary, adjustments are made to support University operations.
Thomas Edison State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer