Dean, College of Computational, Mathematical and Physical Sciences (CCMPS)

With gratitude, the University of Guelph recognizes that its campuses are located on the lands of the Dish with One Spoon Wampum and the traditional lands of the Hodinöhsö:ni’, Anishinaabeg and Huron Wendat, and offers respect to the Mississaugas of the Credit, Six Nations of the Grand River, the Delaware Nation at Moraviantown and the diverse communities of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples who reside on these lands. The University of Guelph also recognizes that its educational and research enterprises occur on Indigenous lands across Turtle Island and Mother Earth and endeavours to ensure that its activities honour and respect Indigenous peoples and their lands.

Research-intensive and learner-centred, the has achieved prominence in Canada and around the world for its commitment to developing exceptional thinkers and engaged citizens. As a leading comprehensive university, the University plays an integral role in the educational, business, and cultural life of the province of Ontario, through the impact of its teaching, research, and community service. Guelph’s eight colleges, as well as the University of Guelph-Humber and Ridgetown campuses, pride themselves on innovative teaching, a commitment to experiential learning for students, and the advancement of cutting-edge research in the physical and life sciences, engineering, arts, business, social sciences, and agricultural and veterinary sciences.

The College of Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences (CCMPS) is home to over 2,300 current students, including more than 300 graduate students, supported by a diverse and highly engaged academic community across four units: the Departments of Chemistry, Mathematics and Statistics, and Physics, and the School of Computer Science. Reporting to the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) and a member of Guelph’s senior administration, the Dean of CCMPS will provide strategic direction, academic planning leadership, and administrative oversight to achieve the highest possible standards in teaching, research, and service. The Dean will lead and empower the College’s academic units to develop strategic identities and pursue opportunities that build on their complementary strengths.

The Dean, College of Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences (CCMPS) is responsible for the overall management of the College, providing strategic and effective leadership for students, faculty, the University and the college community. The new Dean will be an accomplished teacher and researcher, an experienced administrator, an exceptional communicator, and an enthusiastic promoter of the value of education in the sciences within Guelph and beyond. This position is an opportunity to build upon the University of Guelph’s history of excellence and innovation to boldly lead the newly formed College of Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences (CCMPS) into a dynamic, innovative and sustainable future.

The successful candidate will be an accomplished scholar, academic and visionary leader with a positive record of building strong teams, fostering academic innovation, empowering a highly productive and committed group of faculty, staff, and students, managing resources, and promoting disciplinary and interdisciplinary initiatives. Academic leadership experience will enable the new Dean to relate to a range of internal and external partners and promote excellence, equity, diversity and inclusion among faculty, staff, and students. The Dean of CCMPS will possess an open and collegial style, outstanding management, communication and interpersonal skills, a creative approach to problem solving, and a strong commitment to academic excellence in research and teaching.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Kathy Rahme () and Collin Ritch () of Boyden Executive Search. To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume directly at: .

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. Acknowledging the University’s diverse population and ensuring that every member of an inclusive campus is a valued contributor is a foundational pillar of success. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

The University of Guelph invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University recognizes that career paths can be diverse and career interruptions may occur. You are not required to disclose these circumstances in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these circumstances do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.

The University of Guelph is committed to ensuring all applicants have fair and equitable participation in the hiring process. If you anticipate needing accommodations during the recruitment or selection processes, confidential assistance is available on request by contacting Collin Ritch ().