Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education – Non-Tenured Position

Penn State University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education to oversee undergraduate nursing programs. The role includes managing curriculum, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, supervising faculty, and fostering partnerships for clinical placements. Candidates should have a strong background in academic administration, leadership in nursing education, and effective communication skills. This position provides an opportunity to drive innovation in nursing education and support student success across multiple campuses.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading undergraduate nursing education programs.
• Proficiency in program compliance with accreditation standards.
• Strong negotiating and persuasion abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee undergraduate program curriculum and admissions.
• Lead curriculum development and continuous improvement.
• Manage healthcare partnerships and student clinical placements.

Skills

Leadership in undergraduate curricular development

Experience in academic administration

Communication and interpersonal skills

Budget management

Consensus building

Education

Doctorate in Nursing or related field

Job description

## Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education – Non-Tenured Position## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing at **The Pennsylvania State University** invites applications for **Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education** to oversee our undergraduate program curriculum, student admissions, progression, outcomes, and faculty development. This position is responsible for BSN curricular activities and ensuring program compliance with state, regional, and national accreditation standards.* Provide strategic oversight and administration of undergraduate nursing programs across all campuses, ensuring academic quality and operational consistency.* Lead curriculum development, evaluation, and continuous improvement to maintain alignment with accreditation and licensure standards.* Ensure full compliance with state and national regulatory and accrediting bodies governing nursing education.* Collaborate with Undergraduate Assistant Deans, Campus Directors, and Campus Administrators to recruit and retain highly qualified faculty.* Supervise teaching faculty and staff, including hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and conducting performance evaluations.* Manage the procurement, renewal, and oversight of healthcare partnership agreements to support student clinical education needs.* Coordinate clinical placements and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with healthcare facilities and community partners.* Oversee and support the academic promotion process for non-tenure line teaching faculty within the college.* Experience in academic administration with undergraduate nursing education programs.* Leadership experience in undergraduate curricular development, program development, implementation, and evaluation.* A keen understanding of the key issues and opportunities in the nursing profession and nursing education, coupled with knowledge of current trends in innovative undergraduate education.* Demonstrated ability to motivate faculty and lead teams in a dynamic environment.* Evidence of interprofessional collaboration and a track record of educational program funding preferred.* Scholarship in various aspects of nursing education, such as innovative and interprofessional teaching methodologies.* Fiscal experience in terms of developing and monitoring budgets and other resources for academic affairs.* Experience in developing strategic plans and providing visionary leadership for academic programs.* Documented experience in professional scholarship and presentation.* Possess an understanding of management challenges that present themselves in highly complex academic environments.* Strong communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and academic leaders across the University.* Self-motivated, approachable, and visible leader who has an open-door policy and empowers others.* A highly professional, inclusive, and mature individual who is trustworthy and exemplifies honesty and integrity.* An open, articulate, engaging, approachable, and innovative leader who offers clarity and inspires respect and credibility. The candidate will generate enthusiasm and passion for this work.* Demonstrates creative problem-solving skills with the willingness to take the initiative in leading and managing change.* An effective consensus builder and consummate team player who has a proven history of providing timely follow-up.* Has strong negotiation and persuasion skills and the ability to work with multiple individuals to bring about a broad perspective.* A well-organized, analytical, politically savvy, self-directed individual with excellent time management skills.* Possesses a high level of diplomacy and maintains a culture of integrity.With over **2,100 undergraduate students** and approximately **200 graduate students**, our footprint is worldwide, with our faculty creating immeasurable experiences for our students around the globe. We offer four undergraduate program options as well as six advanced degree programs. The Nese College of Nursing enjoys the distinction of being the only named nursing school in the Big 10. Being fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) with programmatic approval from the State Board of Nursing, the Nese College of Nursing is a premier educator for nurses across the Commonwealth, delivering its award-winning curriculum across **12 Penn State Campus locations**, including Hershey Medical Center.