Dean, Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry
University of Southern California
The University of Southern California invites applications and nominations for the next Dean of the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry. In addition to faculty and programs devoted to dental and oral health, the School has (administratively housed within it) two world-renowned divisions, the USC Mrs. T.H. Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy and the USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy. The following Dean of the Ostrow School will have the opportunity to lead a top-ranked, nationally recognized school that is committed to the highest standards of excellence across its teaching, research, and service missions, including being at the forefront of shaping the practice of dentistry, occupational therapy, and physical therapy in the 21st century.
Position Description, Nominations, and Applications
USC has retained the services of Dr. Josh Ward, Senior Client Partner at the executive search firm Korn Ferry, to search ([email protected])
To request a copy of the full-length position description, to submit nominations, or to send application materials, please get in touch with Lori Hemmer, Senior Associate, at the e-mail address below. Applicants should submit an up-to-date and detailed curriculum vitae, as well as a brief (2-4 pages) letter of interest describing why you are interested in becoming the next Dean of the Herman Ostrow School, why you would be successful based on your professional and/or lived experience, and why now is a good time for you to consider this opportunity. Please submit all application materials for priority consideration by February 7, 2025. The two documents (separate PDFs) should be sent directly to [email protected].
The budgeted annual salary that USC reasonably expects to pay for the Dean of the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry is $600,000. This considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The complete EEO and access statements are in the full-length position description.
