Associate Dean for Graduate Programs

Enrs Go; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 215,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State of Rhode Island benefits package

Job summary

The University of Rhode Island (URI) College of Nursing seeks an Associate Dean for Graduate Programs. Based in Providence, RI, the role focuses on leadership in the development, planning, analysis, and administration of graduate nursing programs, with a Ph.D.

and tenure eligibility expected. Strong teaching, collaboration, and supervisory skills are essential to advance accreditation-ready graduate education.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in nursing or related field.
• Graduate-level teaching experience required.
• Demonstrated collaborative and supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in development, planning, analysis, and administration of graduate programs.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication with faculty, staff, and students.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and regulations relevant to graduate nursing education.

Skills

Teaching

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Education

Ph.D.

Job description

The University of Rhode Island (URI) is a diverse and dynamic community united by a commitment to excellence, knowledge, and transformative impact locally and globally. As a Carnegie R1 institution, URI was recently ranked the No. 1 public university in New England and the 35th-best public university nationally by the Wall Street Journal.

URI's College of Nursing is a nationally recognized leader in nursing education, research, and community engagement. Through innovative programs and strong clinical partnerships, the College prepares compassionate, skilled, and forward-thinking nurses to meet evolving health care needs. Our commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, health equity, and evidence-based practice advances nursing science and improves outcomes across diverse populations.

The College of Nursing is seeking an Associate Dean for Graduate Programs. As a member of the College Administrative Leadership Team, the Associate Dean provides leadership in the development, planning, analysis, and administration of graduate programs.

Candidates should hold a Ph.D. and demonstrate achievement in teaching, scholarship, and service commensurate with appointment at the rank of Professor at URI, with eligibility for tenure. The ideal candidate will have graduate-level teaching experience; strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; demonstrated collaborative and supervisory experience; and familiarity with accreditation standards and regulations relevant to graduate nursing education.

The position is based in Providence, Rhode Island, with a salary range of $215,000–$225,000 USD. URI offers a State of Rhode Island benefits package, including BCBS Anchor medical and a college tuition waiver.

URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. As the state's public flagship university, URI continues to expand efforts to recruit and retain a broadly representative workforce and regularly evaluates the effectiveness of those efforts.