Dean of the Graduate School
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Dean of the Graduate School: Position Profile
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as Dean of the Graduate School. A nationally recognized hub for advanced education, UAB’s graduate school offers over 100 master’s and doctoral programs and more than 40 certificate options across diverse disciplines. With a graduate student population exceeding 7,400 — including more than 1,800 international students and scholars — UAB fosters a vibrant, inclusive academic community committed to innovation and global engagement. The university ranks 38th in federal research funding and 13th among public institutions in NIH support, reflecting its strength as a top-tier research university. UAB’s Graduate School encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and accelerated pathways, preparing students to thrive in a dynamic, interconnected world. This environment provides a strong foundation for the next Dean to lead with vision, drive strategic growth, and elevate graduate education on a national scale.
UAB has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist in the search. All applications, inquiries, and nominations, which will remain confidential, should be directed to Isaacson, Miller. Applications should include a detailed letter of interest and a current curriculum vitae. For confidential inquiries, please contact:
Greg Eposito, Partner
617-933-1869
gesposito@imsearch.com
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.