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McMaster University is activelyseeking a collaborative and strategic academic leader to serve as their nextDean, Faculty of Humanities.

Joining the University at a time of renewedinstitutional momentum, the next Dean will have the opportunity to help definethe next chapterof a Faculty known for its scholarly excellence, creativeinquiry, and societal impact. McMasterUniversity Rankedamong the top 150 universities globally, through its cutting-edge research andworld-class teaching and learning, McMaster University is aresearch-intensive,student-centred university dedicated to advancing human and societal health andwell-being in its community and aroundthe world. Known internationally forexcellence in teaching, learning, innovation, and creativity, McMaster preparesstudents to be engaged,thoughtful citizens equipped to make a positive impact.

As a member of Canada's U15 group, McMaster boasts a research income of $423millionand is recognized for pioneering problem-based learning and educationalinnovation. With six Faculties including Business, Engineering,HealthSciences, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences, McMaster fostersinterdisciplinary collaboration to solve complex globalchallenges. McMaster isthe only Canadian member of Universitas 21, a prestigious global network ofresearch-intensive universities from 17countries. Its research ecosystemincludes McMaster Innovation Park, Mills Memorial Library, the Bertrand RussellArchives and RussellResearch Centre, and distinguished rare books collections,providing scholars and researchers with access to internationally significantfoundations for textual scholarship, intellectual history, archival discovery,and interdisciplinary inquiry. Faculty ofHumanities TheFaculty of Humanities at McMaster University is home to more than 100 full-timefaculty members and over 3,000undergraduate, master's, and PhD students fromacross Canada and around the world. The Faculty brings together a diverse rangeofdisciplines through its 10 academic units: the School of the Arts,Communication Studies & Media Arts, English & Cultural Studies, French,Gender & Social Justice, Greek & Roman Studies, History, Linguistics& Languages, Global Peace & Social Justice, and Philosophy. Facultymembers are internationally recognized teachers, researchers, artists, leaders,and lifelong learners whose work is supported by world-classresearchinstitutes, centres, laboratories, studios, and performance spaces that fosterinterdisciplinary collaboration, innovativescholarship, research creation, andcreative activity. Known for its interdisciplinary programs, experientiallearning opportunities, andcommitment to community engagement, the Facultyadvances critical understanding of human experience, culture, language,history, justice,and the arts while preparing students to contributemeaningfully to society and a rapidly changing world. The Position Reportingto the Provost and Vice-President (Academic), the Dean, Faculty of Humanitiesis the academic, administrative, and communityleader of the Faculty. As thesenior officer of the Faculty, the Dean provides academic leadership andstrategic direction, fostering unityand cooperation among faculty, staff, andcommunity members while building and sustaining a culture that supportsacademic, research, andoperational excellence. The Dean is also responsiblefor strengthening cohesion across the Faculty's departments and encouraging,coordinating, and aligning the initiatives and activities of Humanitiesdepartments and programs, to ensure that the Faculty functionseffectively andharmoniously. The Dean also provides sound fiscal oversight, ensuring theFaculty's budget is managed strategically,sustainably, and in alignment withinstitutional priorities. TheDean plays a critical role in fostering interdisciplinarycollaboration andbuilding partnerships across the university, working closely with otherFaculties and units to advance shared academic andresearch priorities. TheDean champions artistic research and research-creation as integral dimensionsof the Faculty's research mission,ensuring that creative practices, outputs,partnerships, and forms of impact are appropriately supported, recognized, andcelebrated. TheDean is accountable for creating a positive and inclusive workenvironment, which will serve as the foundation for the academic well-beingofthe Faculty. TheDean helps to advance the goals of the Faculty and to build on its strengths.

The Dean is responsible forleading the Faculty in terms of facultyrecruitment, program development, and facilities, and for continuing to movethe Faculty forward interms of quality of the student experience, distinction,and influence. The Dean supports and enhances the Faculty's strong reputationandcontinues to collaborate, advocate and build positive partnerships acrossthe University, as well as locally, provincially, nationally andinternationally. In addition, the Dean is an important member of the Provost'ssenior leadership group and of the Provost's Council. The IdealCandidate Theideal candidate is an accomplished and respected academic leader with adoctoral degree in adiscipline represented within the Faculty and a record ofscholarly achievement consistent with appointment as a Full Professor. Theybringdemonstrated experience leading within a complex university environment,including strategic planning, academic administration, resourcemanagement,faculty recruitment, and partnership development. An authentic, collaborative,and transparent leader, they are skilled atbuilding consensus, fosteringtrust, leading through change, and inspiring diverse groups around a sharedvision. They possess a deepcommitment to excellence in teaching, learning,research, and student success, with an appreciation for the breadth and valueof humanitiesscholarship. The successful candidate will be financially astute;committed to equity diversity, inclusion and Indigeneity; and passionateaboutcreating an environment where students, faculty, and staff can thrive. Arelationship builder by nature, they excel at fosteringinterdisciplinarycollaboration, engaging external partners and supporters, and championinginnovation and creativity, in support of theFaculty's mission and futureaspirations. How to Apply or Learn More To learn moreabout this opportunity,including receiving a copy of the Executive Brief, pleasecontact Katherine Frank at kfrank@kbrs.ca orLauren Wright at lwright@kbrs.ca . Applicationsmust be submitted online at http://www.kbrs.ca/Career/17909464624190000008lPq Whenapplying forthis position, please include: A coverletter (maximum of 4 pages) Curriculumvitae (CV) The anticipatedstart date for this appointment is July 1, 2027. McMasterUniversity strives to embody the values of respect, collaborationanddiversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The diversity ofour workforce is at the core of our innovation andcreativity and strengths ourresearch and teaching excellence. We strive to hire individuals who share ourcommitment to equity, diversity,and inclusion. At McMaster,we believe that our diversity is integral to and at the core of all that makesus excellent. Togrow and nurture our diversity, McMaster is committed toensuring equal opportunity for all community members to meaningfully engage inthelife and work of the university. Employment equity is a key initiative thatdrives inclusivity in the employment relationship, and is anongoing processthat identifies, addresses, and mitigates barriers in employment policies,practices, and procedures. While all qualifiedcandidates are invited to apply,McMaster particularly welcomes applications from women, persons withdisabilities, First Nations, Metis andInuit peoples, members of racializedcommunities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. Canadians andpermanent residents will be givenpriority. McMasterUniversity and KBRS will provide support in the recruitment process toapplicants with disabilities,including accommodation that takes into accountan applicant's accessibility needs. If you require accommodation in order toparticipate asa candidate in the recruitment process, please contact accommodate@kbrs.ca orcommunicate your needs to the recruitment professional namedin the job description. Please notethat the position posted isfor an existing vacancy at McMaster University.