Dean, Faculty of Arts

The University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is actively seeking a transparent, collaborative, and student-focused leader to serve as their next Dean, Faculty of Arts

Located in Charlottetown, the capital city of Prince Edward Island, the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) has a rich history with roots in two founding institutions, Prince of Wales College (est. 1834) and Saint Dunstan’s University (est. 1855). Formed in 1969 as the provincial university, UPEI honours its proud legacy through academic excellence and research innovation. UPEI’s ten faculties and two schools offer a wide range of programs and degrees to undergraduate, post-degree, graduate, and doctoral students. Home to Canada Research Chairs, a UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability, endowed and sponsored research chairs, and 3M National Teaching Fellows, UPEI offers its students access to exceptional faculty, researchers, and staff.

Reporting to the Vice-President (Academic and Research), the Dean, Faculty of Arts will be a distinguished teacher, excellent scholar, a seasoned administrator, and will have demonstrated success in community partnerships and project management. The Dean will have exceptional communication skills, and an open, transparent, and collegial leadership style. As a persuasive and transformative administrator that leads with kindness and empathy, the Dean will be critical to the success of this diverse faculty. 

Visit the competition posting for complete details and application instructions.