Associate Dean of Research and Scholarly Innovation (Associate or Full Professor)

Loyola University Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Associate Dean of Research and Scholarly Innovation to lead and inspire nursing research excellence. This pivotal role combines administrative leadership with teaching responsibilities, fostering a supportive environment for research and scholarship. The ideal candidate will champion innovative initiatives, mentor emerging nurse scientists, and drive strategic collaborations, enhancing the school's reputation in nursing research. Join a forward-thinking institution dedicated to advancing nursing scholarship and making a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree required; eligible for Illinois RN licensure.
• Proven leadership in research and mentorship essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a strategic vision for research and innovation.
• Mentor emerging nurse scientists and expand collaborative research.

Skills

Leadership in research administration

Mentorship

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Strategic vision development

Research funding acquisition

Education

Doctoral degree in nursing or related field

Job description

Job Description:

Salary Range: $100,000 – $160,000
Benefits Information: https://www.luc.edu/hr/benefits/
The Loyola University Chicago Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing ( MNSON ) seeks a dynamic, visionary leader to serve as Associate Dean of Research and Scholarly Innovation. This leadership position brings exceptional opportunities to drive excellence and innovation in nursing research and scholarship by fostering a highly supportive environment for research, scholarship, and innovation in the MNSON that transcends all aspects of the school. This is a 50% administrative and 50% teaching/scholarship/service position with 9-month faculty teaching responsibilities and a 12-month administrative contract.

The Associate Dean of Research and Scholarly Innovation is responsible for the following areas:

• Mission : Champions the MNSON mission by leading the development and execution of a strategic vision for research and scholarly innovation, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and national nursing research priorities.
• Strategy and Oversight : Provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and guidance to elevate the MNSON research and scholarship enterprise; fosters a culture of research excellence, innovation, and impact at national and global levels.
• Communities of Interest : Strengthens interdisciplinary and interinstitutional research collaborations; collaborates with Department Chairs and Endowed Chair for Nursing Research to mentor and support research-focused faculty in building robust, sustainable programs of research; partners with the Associate Dean for Innovative Partnerships and Faculty Practice to integrate research with practice scholarship.
• Initiatives: Drives the MNSON research agenda by mentoring emerging nurse scientists, expanding collaborative research opportunities across academic units, and enhancing the school's reputation for research excellence.
• Collaboration and Mentoring: Cultivates a thriving research community by fostering collaboration, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and students.
• Benchmarking and Accountability: Establishes clear metrics to assess research productivity, impact, and innovation; leverages internal and external benchmarking data to ensure accountability and continuous advancement of MNSON research initiatives.
• Funding : Expands faculty-led, externally funded research programs with a focus on securing NIH or NIH -equivalent funding; implements strategic initiatives to enhance faculty success in obtaining competitive research grants and funding opportunities.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience:

• Doctoral degree in nursing or a related field
• Eligible for Illinois licensure as a Registered Nurse
• Eligibility for appointment to the rank of Associate or Full Professor with tenure (Full Professor preferred)
• Sustained track record of NIH or equivalent funding
• Sustained, impactful publication record
• Demonstrated leadership experience in research administration, mentorship, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Job Type: Full-Time