Assistant Dean of Curriculum & Regulatory Affairs, Nursing

Tulane group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University is seeking an Assistant Dean of Curriculum & Regulatory Affairs to lead curriculum development and accreditation compliance across nursing programs in New Orleans, LA. The role oversees data collection, SEP analysis, and continuous quality improvement to align with institutional and regulatory goals.

The position requires a doctoral nursing degree (DNP or PhD preferred), Louisiana RN licensure eligibility, and 5+ years in nursing education with strong leadership and

Qualifications

• Eligibility for Louisiana RN license.
• Doctoral degree in nursing or related field; preferred DNP/PhD.
• Minimum 5 years in nursing education and academic administration.
• Strong leadership, organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in curriculum development, implementation and evaluation.
• Teaching experience at undergrad or graduate level.
• Preferred recruitment, mentoring and faculty development experience.
• Familiarity with ATI, ExamSoft and Project Concert.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation and evaluation of curricula across nursing programs.
• Ensure alignment with mission, outcomes, standards and community needs.
• Monitor regulatory standards and accreditation; prepare reports.
• Oversee interprofessional education, simulation, and CQI efforts.
• Manage curriculum-related software systems for assessment and program evaluation.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Curriculum development

Curriculum evaluation

Teaching coordination

Faculty recruitment/mentoring

Clinical placement coordination

Strategic planning

Education

DNP or PhD in nursing

Teaching experience in higher education

Tools

ATI

ExamSoft

Project Concert

Banner

CourseLeaf/CLSS

Job description

Assistant Dean of Curriculum & Regulatory Affairs, Nursing

New Orleans, LA, United States

Job Description

Tulane University’s Program of Nursing is seeking an Assistant Dean of Curriculum & Regulatory Affairs to lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of curricula across all nursing programs. This role ensures alignment with the program’s mission, expected outcomes, professional standards, and community needs.

The Assistant Dean will collect, analyze, and present student, curriculum, and program outcomes for the Systematic Evaluation Plan (SEP), using data to inform program improvements, strategic initiatives, and curricular innovation aligned with institutional and regulatory goals. The role ensures ongoing compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation requirements by monitoring updates, communicating changes to stakeholders, and leading the preparation and submission of required reports, including self-studies, annual reports, and substantive change documentation.

The Assistant Dean oversees integration of interprofessional education and simulation experiences in collaboration with the Director of Nursing Simulation Education, and leads continuous quality improvement (CQI) efforts to assess instructional quality and support faculty development. This position also oversees the implementation and maintenance of curriculum-related software systems, including ATI, ExamSoft, and Project Concert, ensuring effective utilization for assessment and program evaluation.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Eligibility for a Louisiana RN license.
• DNP or PhD degree in nursing, with consideration given to related fields.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in nursing education, including curriculum development and academic administration.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience in faculty recruitment, mentoring, and development.
• Familiarity with curriculum and assessment tools such as ATI, ExamSoft, and Project Concert.
• Proficiency with academic scheduling and student information systems (e.g., Banner, CourseLeaf/CLSS).
• Experience with clinical placement coordination and affiliation agreements.

About Us

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Job Info

• Job Identification 686
• Job Category Academic and Student Affairs