Faculty - School of Nursing - Assistant or Associate Dean/BSN Program Administrator

American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The School of Nursing at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) seeks a full-time faculty member and Associate/Assistant Dean to oversee high-quality learning experiences for students on the Boston Campus. The BSN program is delivered across three campuses and CCNE-accredited.

The incumbent will guide teaching, learning, and academic policies, collaborate with the Dean and University leadership, mentor students, and contribute to scholarly engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum degree required for this role is PhD, DNP or DHS.
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in academic and relevant clinical practice.
• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience at the college/university level.
• Commitment to undergraduate, graduate and/or professional education and student success.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and effectively interact with a wide array of parties at all levels (students, faculty, administration/staff, alumni, and external constituents, including healthcare industry professionals).
• Record of scholarly activities commensurate with an academic appointment.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the teaching and learning on the Boston Campus in collaboration with the Dean and Chief Nurse Administrator.
• Align academic policies, curriculum delivery, and faculty recruitment/retention with the School of Nursing’s standards.
• Mentor students and contribute to visibility, impact, and reputation through research and scholarly engagement.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the University and the Dean to ensure high-quality learning experiences and program integrity.

Skills

Educational leadership

Curriculum oversight

Strong communication

Independent work

Education

PhD, DNP or DHS

Job description

Description

The School of Nursing seeks a full-time faculty member and Associate/Assistant Dean to oversee the delivery of high-quality learning experiences and education for students on the Boston Campus. The School of Nursing delivers the BSN program across three campuses (Boston, Worcester and Manchester, NH). The BSN program is accredited as one program by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). In this role, the faculty member will engage in the oversight of teaching and learning congruent with the other two campuses, as well as service and scholarship activities appropriate to rank, and work collaboratively with colleagues across the University as well as with the Dean and Chief Nurse Administrator. Additionally, the incumbent provides mentorship to students and contributes to the visibility, impact, and reputation of the University and its programs through research and scholarly engagement. The selected candidate will have responsibilities overseeing the teaching and learning on the Boston Campus in collaboration with the Dean, along with academic policies, curriculum delivery, faculty recruitment and retention, and other specified responsibilities congruent with the administrative role. Rank and salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Required

• Minimum degree required for this role is PhD, DNP or DHS


• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in academic and relevant clinical practice


• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience at the college/university level


• Commitment to undergraduate, graduate and/or professional education and student success


• Excellent organizational and communication skills


• Must be able to work independently and effectively interact with a wide array of parties at all levels (students, faculty, administration/staff, alumni, and external constituents, including healthcare industry professionals)


• Record of scholarly activities commensurate with an academic appointment


• Evidence of teaching excellence

Hiring Range: $100,000 - $130,000 Stipend: $20,000

Assistant Professor: $100,000 - $110,000

Associate Professor: $110,000 - $120,000

Professor: $120,000 - $130,000

About Us

Established in 1823, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) is the oldest institution of higher education in Boston, a city that is home to many of the world's top universities and healthcare institutions. We are one of the largest and most highly-ranked schools for health and life sciences, and our alumni and faculty continually distinguish themselves in healthcare settings around the globe.

MCPHS is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to ensuring equal opportunity for all members of the University community.

Posted On 8/19/2026 Job Type Faculty/Instructor

Faculty School/Institution Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Job Location Boston, MA