Assistant Dean for Faculty Affairs in the Division of Arts and Humanities

Provide strategic direction, leadership and guidance. Direct academic affairs operation including faculty support, curriculum management and training.

Reporting to the Dean of Arts and Humanities and working with the Dean for Faculty Affairs and Planning, the Assistant Dean for Arts and Humanities is responsible for overseeing faculty-related procedures in the Division of Arts and Humanities, including those related to faculty searches, faculty reviews and promotions, non-ladder and visiting faculty appointments, research appointments, and faculty leaves of absence. The Assistant Dean advises department chairs and administrators about appointment procedures, policies related to faculty, practices aimed at enhancing inclusion and belonging, and a wide range of faculty-related topics. In conjunction with the Dean for Faculty Affairs and Planning and colleagues in other divisions/SEAS, the Assistant Dean also helps maintain consistent application of faculty-related policies and procedures across the FAS. The Assistant Dean is responsible for preparing and executing the Division's annual multi-million-dollar budget for non-ladder and visiting faculty appointments. Other responsibilities include drafting correspondence and reports, completing special projects for the Dean of Arts and Humanities, participating in academic planning for the Division, and advances divisional priorities.

Harvard's Division of Arts and Humanities is strongly committed to creating and supporting a diverse workforce. Respect and fairness, kindness and collegiality, and trust and transparency are among the values we espouse and promote in our workplace culture. We work hard to ensure a healthy, inclusive, and positive environment where everyone does their best work in support of Harvard's mission.

All formal offers will be made by FAS HR.