Pacific University Oregon seeks an experienced and visionary Executive Dean of the College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (CHRS) and invites applications, expressions of interest, and nominations of candidates for this role.
Pacific University is a multicultural learning community offering a unique combination of programs in the arts and sciences, education, business, optometry, and health professions. Pacific's leadership is prepared to meet the current challenges in higher education through a wide range of programs and creative curricula.
The incoming Executive Dean should be a strong communicator with superb management skills who possesses a collaborative and open leadership style. The Executive Dean should also value Pacific University's mission and its focus on facilitating student success in an opportunity university context.
About the College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
The College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences offers programs at both Pacific University's Forest Grove and Hillsboro campus locations. Programs in Hillsboro are located in the heart of the Hillsboro Health and Education District and emphasize interprofessional education and practice.
Programs within the College include:
Audiology
Dental Health Science
Medical Science
Occupational Therapy
Pharmacy
Physical Therapy and Athletic Training
Physician Associate
Communication Sciences and Disorders
The College offers a mix of doctoral, master's, and professional degrees and licensure programs.
In July 2022, Pacific University welcomed Dr. Jenny Coyle as the institution's 18th president. Her goals for Pacific include raising the University's standing on a regional and national stage, increasing enrollment, and ensuring the University remains on strong financial footing.
Application Information
WittKieffer is assisting Pacific University Oregon in this search, which will remain open until an appointment is made.
Candidates should submit application materials through WittKieffer's candidate portal.
Interested parties should direct inquiries, nominations, and expressions of interest to Mercedes Chacón Vance, Greg Duyck, and Charlotte Harris at PacificCHRS@wittkieffer.com.
More information about Pacific University Oregon is available at https://www.pacificu.edu/.
Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military, veteran or Vietnam Era status, or any other protected classification recognized by applicable law, in admission, access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs, or activities as required by applicable federal, state, and local law.