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Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC), part of the University System of Georgia, invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of Dean of the School of Science and Technology (SST). The College seeks a visionary Dean for SST who will advance student success, strengthen institutional capacity, support innovation, and preserve the School’s distinctive mission and culture.

SST is built upon a strong foundation grounded in a deeply student-centered mission and distinguished by small class sizes, high-touch educational experiences, and meaningful faculty engagement. Poised for growth, the School currently offers Bachelor of Science degree programs in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Exercise Science, and Information Technology, all with varying concentrations. SST also offers related minors and certificate programs in cybersecurity, the chemistry of fermentation science, and biomedical sciences. As well, SST houses the Institute for Environmental Science and Sustainability, which promotes environmental stewardship through education, community engagement, and campus initiatives. SST’s newest concentration in AI will launch in fall 2026.

To learn more about Georgia Gwinnett College, the School of Science and Technology, and the Dean position, as well as the required and preferred qualifications for the role, please review the full search profile at www.academicsearch.org/GGCSSTDean.

GGC is being assisted by Academic Search. Prospective candidates or nominators may arrange a confidential discussion or submit nominations by emailing GGCSSTDean@academicsearch.org. Applications should be submitted online using the link below and must include:

1. a cover letter that addresses the responsibilities and requirements described in the search profile;
2. a current curriculum vitae; and
3. a list of at least five professional references with contact information, including telephone and email, and a note indicating the candidate’s working relationship with each. References will not be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate.

Please submit applications via www.academicsearch.org/GGCSSTDeanApply. The position will remain open until filled, but only applications received by August 24, 2026, can be assured full consideration.

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://usg.policystat.com/policy/19463289/latest.

Conditions of Employment: Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion and includes but is not limited to confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

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