Dean, Sciences & General Studies — Innovation & Impact

Baptist Health Sciences University; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Sciences University seeks a Dean of Academic leadership to provide vision and operational oversight for the College of Sciences and General Studies. You will align strategies with university initiatives, guide curriculum and accreditation efforts, and foster partnerships to advance student learning and workforce readiness.

Reporting to the Provost, the Dean will manage budgets, faculty development, and program reviews, while ensuring excellence in teaching and service within the

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in a discipline related to the sciences, general studies, curriculum and instruction, educational administration/supervision, adult education, or closely related field from an accredited university.
• Proficiency in applying advanced concepts, principles, and techniques of learning theories, curriculum design, assessment, and educational practices at the associate, baccalaureate, and master’s levels.

Responsibilities

• Leads college strategy and planning, aligning short- and long-term goals with University initiatives and external workforce needs. Develops and implements college goals; monitors effectiveness; and drives continuous improvement.
• Supports enrollment management and student success, including recruitment, advising, retention, and progression policies. Collaborates with University leadership to promote program growth, market responsiveness, and seamless student pathways from general studies into professional health sciences programs.
• Oversees curriculum development and academic quality, ensuring programs meet student learning outcomes, accreditation standards (SACSCOC and other applicable professional bodies), and industry expectations. Promotes high-impact educational practices including innovation and digital transformation in teaching and learning, interprofessional education, and integration of faith, science, and service. Provides faculty leadership through recruiting, onboarding, mentoring, and evaluating faculty and staff. Supports faculty development in teaching, scholarship, and practice; oversees promotion and advancement processes; and fosters a collaborative, student-centered culture.
• Champions faculty participation in formal course review processes facilitated by the Center for Learning and Innovative Pedagogy to ensure continuous improvement of teaching and learning practices, alignment with institutional standards, and adoption of evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Manages college operations and resources, including academic scheduling, budget planning, capital requests, payroll, and technology needs. Allocates resources effectively to support innovation, equity, and instructional quality.
• Ensures compliance with all external requirements, including regional (SACSCOC), professional accrediting agencies, and regulatory bodies (e.g., Joint Commission, state requirements). Leads program reviews, assessment cycles, and accreditation reporting.
• Expands partnerships and community engagement by cultivating relationships with healthcare providers, educational institutions, and industry partners to support clinical placements, service-learning, and employment pipelines.
• Responsible for the department 24 hours/day, 7 days/week and for resolving issues which may occur at any time during the week.
• Performs related accountabilities as assigned or directed.

Skills

Academic leadership

Curriculum development

Strategic planning

Faculty development

Enrollment management

Education

Earned doctorate in sciences/general studies/education

Advanced concepts in curriculum and assessment

Job description

Baptist Health Sciences University seeks a Dean of Academic leadership to provide vision and operational oversight for the College of Sciences and General Studies. You will align strategies with university initiatives, guide curriculum and accreditation efforts, and foster partnerships to advance student learning and workforce readiness.

Reporting to the Provost, the Dean will manage budgets, faculty development, and program reviews, while ensuring excellence in teaching and service within the