The College of Natural Sciences at South Dakota State University seeks applications for the Associate Dean of Research and Associate or Full Professor. This is a 12-month, full-time, benefit eligible, tenured position that is part administrative and part research faculty. The Associate Dean for Research will report to the Dean of the College of Natural Sciences and meet regularly with College leadership. The Associate Dean for Research will coordinate the College’s research development activities with the University by participating in the University Research Council and collaborating with the Vice President for Research and Economic Development.  Specific activities include working with the Dean’s office to create research financial predictions, assessment of research outputs an