Job Description

Job Summary
COMING SOON

Overview

The College of Engineering (COE) at Oregon State University, Oregon’s premier research university, seeks an energetic, entrepreneurial, and public-spirited leader as Head for the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS). The School Head will collaborate closely with the Dean and the College leadership team to identify, develop, and expand academic and research programs, aligning with the College’s and the University’s ambitious goals outlined in the strategic plan, Prosperity Widely Shared. The School of EECS conducts discovery- and solutions-driven research addressing the world’s most complex technological challenges in areas such as analog and mixed-signal electronics, artificial intelligence, end-user software, wireless and computing technologies, renewable energy, robotics, and transparent electronics. With the upcoming inauguration of the Jen-Hsun Huang and Lori Mills Huang Collaborative Innovation Complex and one of the fastest supercomputers, the position offers an exciting opportunity for leadership at the forefront of engineering education and research.

The Head will provide organizational and administrative expertise to lead large-scale on-campus and online academic programs, including interdisciplinary programs in AI and Robotics. EECS delivers a comprehensive, state-of-the-art education that prepares around 5,000 undergraduate, 200 Ph.D., and 350 Master’s students for successful careers in industry and academia. Computer Science and Electrical Engineering are two of the largest graduate programs within the university. EECS is also home to an online post-baccalaureate degree in Computer Science, which is the only one of its kind in the nation. EECS has over 70 tenured/tenure-track faculty, more than 40 percent of whom have won young investigator/CAREER awards. EECS executes over $18 million in research expenditures each year. EECS maintains strong industry partnerships that create a pipeline for graduates and keep the curriculum and research relevant. The School has been experiencing rapid growth in the number of faculty and students, which is expected to continue.

As a member of the College’s leadership team, the Head of EECS will be critical to the future success of the College and the University. Dean Forrest Masters, who assumed leadership of the College in July 2025, has ambitious plans to expand its national and international prominence. Each School Head serves alongside the other four School Heads on the COE leadership team and plays a key role in aligning their respective school with the College’s mission to achieve greater success. The OSU College of Engineering is committed to being recognized as a national model of inclusivity and collaboration. COE strives to develop a community of faculty, students, and staff that is inclusive, collaborative, diverse, and centered on the success of all.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
OPPORTUNITY AND EXPECTATIONS

Some duties of the Head of EECS are:

Collaborate with the Dean and College of Engineering leadership team to execute on and achieve the College’s goals

Develop, manage, and implement strategies that leverage the strengths of the School’s faculty, staff, partners, and students and are aligned with the College’s and OSU’s strategic plan and target metrics

Lead the development and execution of strategies to attract significant external research income and research partnerships with industry and government agencies

Cultivate a climate and work environment that is open to and welcomes all persons

Creating compelling cases for philanthropy from individuals and industry

Ensure the provision of outstanding student education experiences that support target retention and graduation rates and positive career outcomes
What You Will Need
Qualifications and Characteristics

The successful candidate for the Head of the School of EECS will have many of the following qualifications and characteristics:

An earned doctorate in engineering, computer science or closely related field.

A distinguished record in teaching, scholarship, and service consistent with the expectations of the rank of professor and tenure in the College.

Demonstrated successful managerial, financial, supervisory, and operational experience of academic and/or research programs, preferably of comparable scale and scope to the School of EECS

Experience contributing to the administration or operation of diverse types of graduate programs such as interdisciplinary, bridge, international, and 4+1 programs

Experience with supporting student success in timely graduation and career development

Demonstrated competence in and dedication to the recruitment, retention and success of employees, colleagues, and students from diverse backgrounds

Demonstration of strong outreach skills with a variety of interested parties that may include industry partners, legislators, donors, prospective and/or current students, parents, and alumni

Experience teaching online or hybrid courses and preferably building and sustaining on-line educational programs

Experience with maintaining the visibility of a program, unit, or organization including awareness of tactics for advocacy in state and national funding opportunities

Awareness of the mission of a land, sea, space and sun grant university

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
May require extensive travel.
Pay Method Salary
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.