The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another.

We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request.

Located in the vibrant city of Saskatoon, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is one of Canada’s top research-intensive medical doctoral universities and home to world-leading research of global importance. More than 26,000 students from more than 125 countries study at USask. 130+ academic programs are offered through the university’s two campuses, 13 schools and colleges and four graduate schools.

The College of Engineering (the College) is home to 2,100+ learners and 175+ faculty and staff. The College’s RE-ENGINEERED first-year program is nationally recognized and the first of its kind in Canada offering a hands-on, balanced approach to learning. At the graduate level, the college offers PhD, MSc, and MEng degrees in biomedical, biological, electrical, civil, environmental, mechanical, and chemical engineering. 

Reporting to the Provost and Vice-President Academic, the Dean provides strategic and innovative leadership to the College as its chief academic and administrative officer. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Dean works in collaboration with academic leaders, senior administrators and staff, and other key stakeholders to implement and proactively advance the University’s Strategic Plan and objectives promoting and advancing the College within USask and with key partners regionally, nationally, and internationally.

Candidates with an exemplary academic record as an educator and researcher are invited to apply. Prior performance at the senior academic level is required with preference given to candidates holding the rank of full professor.  The successful candidate will have demonstrated administrative and leadership experience with superior relationship-building skills. Demonstrated success in developing and implementing a vision and leading people to achieve exemplary performance and outcomes is essential. Candidates must be licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geosciences of Saskatchewan.

The University believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation, and creativity. USask is dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich their work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

To submit your CV and letter of introduction for consideration, in confidence, please visit  https://mbexec.com/usask-dean-eng/. For more information, please contact Alina Ivanets at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Alex Verdecchia at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Review of candidates will begin in late October. The position remains open until filled.