Opening: Dean of Kinesiology
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The University of Michigan is in the process of searching for a new Dean of the Division of Kinesiology (Position Description). This section will contain updates on the search process and other information about the search. It also includes a form that allows you to nominate candidates and post comments about the needs of the Division or essential qualities you might seek in a potential candidate for the position. Any comments or nominations may be made anonymously and will be treated in a confidential manner. You may also send information to me at the address below, or by email to kindeansearchchair@umich.edu.
Kinesiology Dean Search Advisory Committee
University of Michigan
3074 Fleming Administration Building
503 Thompson Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1340
We welcome your help and support.
Sincerely,
Greg Cartee
Professor, Movement Science, U-M Kinesiology
Chair, Dean Search Advisory Committee
Position Announcement
The University of Michigan at Ann Arbor invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the Division of Kinesiology. 
From its beginning as the Department of Physical Education over 100 years ago, to the formation of an independent academic unit in 1984, the University of Michigan has been home to one of the leading programs in the study of human movement in the United States. During the past 25 years, important research and scholarship have continued to grow, along with program offerings. Now, with 29 full-time faculty and more than 800 undergraduate and 50 graduate students, the Division of Kinesiology offers undergraduate
programs in Athletic Training, Movement Science, Physical Education, and Sport Management, and graduate
programs including three Masters’ programs and a comprehensive Ph.D. program. The Division of
Kinesiology is one of the 19 academic units within the University of Michigan headed by a dean.
Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, the next Dean of the Division
of Kinesiology will be a recognized leader in the field, setting the intellectual tenor and scholarly standards
for Kinesiology. S/he must draw on administrative acumen and academic rigor to position the Division at
the forefront of an increasingly competitive field, and maintain and expand upon the Division’s commitment
to excellence in education and research. In addition, the Dean will secure diverse resources for the Division
through deft fund-raising.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate is a dynamic and energetic leader with administrative experience and exceptional
judgment along with the vision and commitment to take an already excellent unit within an internationally
recognized research university to a leadership position as the nation’s preeminent Kinesiology program.
Enthusiasm for continuing and enhancing Kinesiology’s collaboration with the other schools and units within
the university is essential. Candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity in all its forms and
the capacity to be an able and energetic fundraiser. An earned doctorate in a relevant discipline is required,
with a notable record of scholarly accomplishment and other qualifications appropriate for appointment as a
full professor in Kinesiology.
Nominations and/or applications, accompanied by a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, and the names
and contact information of three references, should be submitted to:
Julie DeSorgher
Auerbach Associates, Inc.
385 Concord Avenue, Suite 103
Belmont, MA 02478
Electronic submissions preferred: email caitlin@auerbach-assc.com
The University of Michigan, as an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.
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Dean Search Advisory Committee
Greg Cartee, Chair
Professor, Movement Science
Division of Kinesiology
Joaquin Anguera
Ph.D. Student, Movement Science
U-M Kinesiology
Tammy Bimer
Director of Budget and Administrative Services
U-M Kinesiology
Weiyun Chen
Associate Professor, Physical Education
U-M Kinesiology
Kathryn Clark
Alumna
U-M Kinesiology
Senior Scientist
NASA
Chair, Board of Control
Michigan Technological University
Rodney Fort
Professor, Sport Management
U-M Kinesiology
Carmen Green
Associate Professor, Anesthesiology
U-M Medical School
Faculty Associate,
Research Center for Group Dynamics
Institute for Social Research
Melissa Gross
Associate Dean for Research
Associate Professor, Movement Science
U-M Kinesiology
Associate Professor
U-M School of Art & Design
Research Assistant Professor
Institute of Gerontology
Edward Hurvitz
James W Rae Collegiate Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Chair & Associate Professor, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
U-M
Medical School
Ormond MacDougald
Professor, Molecular and Integrative Physiology
Professor, Internal Medicine
U-M Medical School
Kristin Thomas
Undergraduate Student, Movement Science
U-M Kinesiology
Pat Van Volkinburg
Academic Program Coordinator
Clinical Associate Professor, Physical Education and Sport Management
U-M Kinesiology
Kenneth Warner
Dean
Avedis Donabedian Distinguished University Professor of Public Health
U-M Public Health
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