Vice Dean, Academic Affairs, School of Nursing

The Company is seeking a Vice Dean for Academic Affairs to provide administrative leadership for academic programs, including program development, quality, educational methods, accreditation, and policy implementation. The role oversees assessment and strategic planning across degree programs, leads accreditation and compliance activities, and coordinates academic initiatives with internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities also include supporting students and faculty, managing budgets and resources, guiding faculty recruitment and development, and advancing educational technology, simulation, and interprofessional learning. The Vice Dean will also oversee academic data and reporting, represent academic interests, and contribute to special projects. Candidates must hold a terminal degree in a related field and have at least 10 years of leadership experience. Required qualifications include a record of successful innovation and team leadership, experience with accreditation and legal matters in nursing education, evidence of nursing scholarship, and professional certification in a specialty area. Applicants must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a registered nurse in the relevant state. Strong knowledge of academic processes, faculty development, curriculum planning, budgeting, data analysis, and stakeholder coordination is essential, along with excellent communication, interpersonal, supervisory, and organizational skills. A doctorate in nursing, education, or a related field and substantial experience in nursing education and academic administration are preferred; if the doctorate is outside nursing, a master’s degree in nursing is required.