Dartmouth announced on Apr. 9 that it has started the search for the next dean of the Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies, following the upcoming departure of current dean Jon Kull in June.
The appointment is considered important for shaping graduate education at Dartmouth, as the school oversees doctoral programs, research training, and postdoctoral affairs. The new dean will be expected to set strategic direction and foster interdisciplinary collaboration.
“We seek a distinguished scholar and experienced academic leader with a record of excellence in research, teaching, and mentorship,” Provost Santiago Schnell said in a message to the community announcing the search. “This is a significant opportunity to shape the future of graduate and advanced education at Dartmouth.” Schnell added that candidates should have demonstrated leadership experience and be committed to supporting graduate and postdoctoral communities.
Schnell also thanked Kull for his contributions over 14 years as inaugural dean. Kull was appointed in 2012 when it was still called the Office of Graduate Studies. He led its transition into a full school in 2016 before it was named after Frank J. Guarini in 2018.
A search committee chaired by Hodgson Distinguished Professor of Engineering Klaus Keller will lead efforts to identify candidates for the position. Members include faculty from various departments as well as representatives from administration and student bodies. Nominations or questions about the process can be sent to office.of.the.provost@dartmouth.edu.
The decision on who will become Guarini’s second dean is expected to influence both immediate priorities at Dartmouth’s central home for graduate studies as well as its long-term development.
