Dean, Sciences & General Studies — Shape Programs & Impact

Baptist; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Sciences University in Memphis, Tennessee, seeks an Academic Dean to lead the College of Sciences & General Studies, align programs with the health sciences mission, and oversee curriculum, faculty, and operations with an emphasis on student success and community engagement.

The Dean will drive accreditation efforts, foster partnerships with healthcare providers, and promote innovative teaching and interprofessional education while ensuring fiscal stewardship and a

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.
• Five (5) years of full-time college/university teaching experience.
• Five (5) years of progressive and significant academic leadership with oversight of multi-level programs.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, develop, manage, evaluate, and promote faculty, staff, and academic/educational programs.
• Experience with program and institutional accreditation (e.g., SACSCOC and, as applicable, discipline-specific professional agencies).
• Current license/certification to practice in the State of Tennessee, as appropriate to the individual’s professional discipline.
• Eight (8) years of progressive and significant leadership in higher education with a focus on sciences, general studies, or health sciences programs.
• Experience in curriculum innovation, including interprofessional education, high-impact practices, and technology-enhanced learning.
• Experience cultivating partnerships with healthcare providers, industry, or community organizations.
• Record of scholarly activity, grant writing, or securing external funding in support of academic programs.
• Current license/certification to practice in the State of Tennessee, as appropriate.

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, 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 to ensure continuous improvement of teaching and learning practices.
• 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 external requirements and 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 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

Leadership

Strategic planning

Curriculum development

Enrollment management

Education

Doctorate in related field

Job description

Baptist Health Sciences University in Memphis, Tennessee, seeks an Academic Dean to lead the College of Sciences & General Studies, align programs with the health sciences mission, and oversee curriculum, faculty, and operations with an emphasis on student success and community engagement.

The Dean will drive accreditation efforts, foster partnerships with healthcare providers, and promote innovative teaching and interprofessional education while ensuring fiscal stewardship and a