Director of Graduate Nursing Programs & Academic Leadership

Gengras Center; West Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Saint Joseph invites applications for a dynamic leader to serve as Director of Graduate Nursing Programs in West Hartford, CT. This full-time position oversees Master’s (FNP/PMHNP), Doctoral (DNP), and Post-Graduate Certificate tracks, teaching and advising, and collaboration with clinical partners.

The ideal candidate will apply evidence-based practices in nursing education, foster clinical partnerships, and drive program excellence and enrollment growth across graduate

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in higher education would be ideal.
• Experience in program development and online education is preferred.
• Commitment to nursing education excellence and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee curriculum development across Master’s, Doctoral, and Post-Graduate programs.
• Collaborate with clinical partners to secure high-quality placements for students.
• Engage in program evaluation, accreditation activities, and data reporting.
• Contribute to marketing, recruitment, and enrollment growth strategies.
• Deliver high-quality teaching and mentorship to graduate students.
• Provide advising and professional guidance to students transitioning to practice.
• Maintain engagement with professional organizations to align with trends.
• Collaborate across departments to support interprofessional education.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Teaching

Education

Doctoral degree in nursing or related field (PhD, EdD, DNP)

Job description

The University of Saint Joseph invites applications for a dynamic leader to serve as Director of Graduate Nursing Programs in West Hartford, CT. This full-time position oversees Master’s (FNP/PMHNP), Doctoral (DNP), and Post-Graduate Certificate tracks, teaching and advising, and collaboration with clinical partners.

The ideal candidate will apply evidence-based practices in nursing education, foster clinical partnerships, and drive program excellence and enrollment growth across graduate