Associate Dean for Faculty Success, Research

Cal State University (CSU) San Jose

San Jose, California United States

Posted: Nov 23, 2025

Education and Training

Job Summary

The Associate Dean for Faculty Success, Research & Industry Partnerships (AD-FRIP) reports to the Dean and serves on the IDS leadership team. The AD-FRIP is responsible for planning and advancing the College's 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 AD-FRIP 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 post-tenure 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/post-award 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 university-wide 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 multi-investigator 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

• Input 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 peer-reviewed 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 José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary .

Application Procedure

Click 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: November 21, 2025, through December 7, 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

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Additional Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.

The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment, and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third-party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

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Equal Employment Statement

San José 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 José State University students, faculty, and staff, as well as university programs and activities. Title IX 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 self-disclose. San José 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 Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

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