Open Searches

Fort Hays State University (FHSU) invites applications and nominations for Dean of the Werth College of Science, Technology, and Mathematics (Werth College). The successful candidate will be an administrative leader, collaborator, visionary, communicator, and successful teacher-scholar who respects the culture and history of this student-centered institution and understands the practice of great teaching and advising, the impact of research on the education of students, and the importance of professional service. The Dean will work alongside the Provost and Academic Affairs team to facilitate and deploy strategies for success for both the College and University in alignment with the Academic Affairs Priorities and University Strategic Plan. The appointee will ideally take office in July of 2026.

Founded in 1902, FHSU is a leading, forward-thinking university of the Midwest with enrollment of more than 15,500. The Werth College houses the departments of Agriculture, Applied Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geosciences, Mathematics, and Physics. The College has approximately 100 full-time faculty and staff members; about 1,500 undergraduate majors, including 545 online and 130 international partnership students; and 55 graduate students.

For more information about the position, institution, qualifications, and application process, please review the full position profile on the Academic Search website: Current Open Searches. Although the search remains open until the position is filled, for full consideration by the Search Committee, candidates should submit all application materials by Monday, March 9, 2026.

Dr. Cynthia Patterson, Managing Director and Senior Consultant, is assisting in this search. To learn more about this opportunity or to schedule a phone call, potential applicants are welcome to submit their CVs to FortHaysDeanWCSTM@academicsearch.org. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be held in strict confidence.

Although nominations are not required to be considered for this position, leaders who know of outstanding candidates are welcome to submit confidential nominations by sending an email to FortHaysDeanWCSTM@academicsearch.org. Please include the nominee’s full name, position, institution/organization, and email address.

FHSU is committed to providing equal opportunity and access to its educational programs, employment, services, and activities in compliance with federal and state nondiscrimination laws. FHSU prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity and expression), age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in its programs, activities, admissions, or employment.