Open Searches

Hamline University invites nominations and applications for the position of Provost and Dean of the Faculty (Provost). Located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Hamline is an outstanding private university known for its commitment to liberal arts excellence and transformative education. Hamline currently enrolls 2,575 students, of which 1,816 are undergraduate and 759 are graduate students, and employs over 100 full-time faculty, the majority of whom are tenured or on the tenure track. The university offers more than 75 undergraduate program areas, an online bachelor’s degree completion program, and over 50 graduate degrees, licenses and certificate programs including 12 master’s degrees and two doctoral degrees. The new Provost will take office in early Summer 2025.

Reporting directly to the President, the Provost will have the opportunity to lead on several key initiatives and will drive the advancement of the university’s academic programs while also championing student affairs.  The new Provost will have an opportunity to shape the Provost Office and will provide leadership for the curriculum, instructional and research programs, faculty development, and development of academic operating and capital budgets. In collaboration with the President and Vice President for Institutional Advancement, the Provost will participate in fundraising efforts and lead in the development and enhancement of community partnerships. The Provost will play a critical role in elevating Hamline’s academic profile, strengthening shared governance, and upholding the university’s mission and values.

Hamline seeks an individual who demonstrates genuine enthusiasm and support for faculty work and innovation and who possesses a facility for the political and operational mechanics of academic administration. The new Provost will champion a relevant, dynamic applied liberal arts curriculum while leading, advocating for, and implementing institutional strategic objectives and innovations. The successful candidate must have an earned doctorate from an accredited university and a scholarly record that supports an appointment as a tenured faculty member in one of the academic departments at Hamline University. A demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education is required.

The search for Hamline University’s next Provost is being assisted by Dr. Katherine Haley at Academic Search. Applications, nominations, and expressions of interest can be submitted in confidence to HamlineProvost@academicsearch.org. Though applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled, materials received by January 10, 2025 are assured full consideration. For more information about the institution, position, qualifications, and application process, please review the search profile, available for download below. Additional information about Hamline University is available at https://www.hamline.edu.

Hamline University does not and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on race; color; religion; creed; sex; sexual orientation; gender expression; gender identity; national origin; marital status; familial status; status with regard to public assistance; service with local human rights commission; disability; age; or protected veteran status in its employment or educational opportunities. In addition, a romantic or physical relationship between a student and an employee who is not a student worker is prohibited.