The Johns Hopkins University seeks a dean for the Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). Headquartered in Washington, D.C., SAIS is a premier graduate school of international relations. It offers a professional education that adheres to the highest standards of scholarship, while simultaneously taking a practical approach to training students for international leadership. SAIS is known for its unique configuration of three permanent campuses (in Bologna, Italy, and Nanjing, China, as well as in Washington). Its distinctive curriculum emphasizes regional studies, the functional areas of international relations, the use of economics as a key analytical tool and foreign language study. This course of study prepares students of international relations exceptionally well for careers in government, business, journalism, international law and nonprofit organizations. SAIS faculty are widely known, sought-after experts in their fields who must maintain high standards for both teaching and academic scholarship. Together, SAIS students and faculty form the core of a school that has long enjoyed a prestigious international reputation. The next dean will have a rare opportunity to shape and lead the school at this turning point in its history. Application Process Johns Hopkins is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the successful candidate has been selected. Letters of nomination, confidential inquiries and questions about the search should be sent to: SAIS@storbeckpimentel.com. |