Founding Dean, School of Nursing

American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN); Riverdale (NJ); On-site; USD 300,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

Manhattan University invites applications for the position of Founding Dean of the School of Nursing. This role will establish and build a nationally respected nursing school in New York City, launching in Fall 2028, educating outstanding nurses who will become healthcare leaders and partners to the healthcare community.

The Founding Dean will recruit the founding faculty, lead NYSED approval and CCNE accreditation, and shape a center of academic excellence with clinical simulation and

Qualifications

• PhD in nursing or closely related field and scholarly accomplishments.
• A current, unencumbered New York State RN license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Evidence of appointment at the rank of professor or equivalent.
• Demonstrated success in building and leading nursing education programs.

Responsibilities

• Recruit founding faculty for the School of Nursing.
• Lead through NYSED approval and initial CCNE accreditation.
• Establish enduring healthcare partnerships with providers.
• Develop state-of-the-art Clinical Simulation and Experiential Learning Center.
• Create innovative academic programs aligned with national standards.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Academic leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Education

PhD in nursing or closely related field

Job description

Manhattan University

Manhattan University invites applications for the position of Founding Dean of the School of Nursing. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a visionary, strategic, and innovative academic leader to establish and build a nationally respected School of Nursing in New York City, launching in Fall 2028, that will educate exceptional nurses who will become the next generation of healthcare leaders, advance the nursing profession, and serve as a trusted partner to the healthcare community.

Description

Founding Dean, School of Nursing

Manhattan University invites applications for the position of Founding Dean of the School of Nursing. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a visionary, strategic, and innovative academic leader to establish and build a nationally respected School of Nursing in New York City, launching in Fall 2028, that will educate exceptional nurses who will become the next generation of healthcare leaders, advance the nursing profession, and serve as a trusted partner to the healthcare community.

The Founding Dean will have the unique opportunity to shape its vision from its inception. Working collaboratively with the President, Provost, University leadership, faculty, trustees, and healthcare partners, the Founding Dean will create a School distinguished by academic excellence, innovation, student success, outstanding clinical preparation, and meaningful community engagement.

Founding opportunities of this magnitude are rare. The Founding Dean will have the privilege of building more than a new academic unit. This leader will shape the culture, values, academic quality, partnerships, and reputation of a New York City School that aspires to national recognition for excellence in nursing education, innovation, scholarship, and service.

The Founding Dean will recruit the founding faculty, lead the School through NYSED approval and initial CCNE accreditation, establish enduring healthcare partnerships, guide development of a state-of-the-art Clinical Simulation and Experiential Learning Center, and create innovative academic programs.

An earned PhD in nursing or a closely related field from an accredited institution is required along with academic credentials and scholarly accomplishments appropriate for appointment at the rank of professor. A current, unencumbered New York State license as a Registered Professional Nurse, or eligibility to obtain such licensure promptly upon appointment, is also required.

For further information, consult the full position description.

The salary range for this position: $300,000-$325,000 annually.

Manhattan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in its employment decisions based on race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex/gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/partnership status, disability, age, citizenship status, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, caregiver status, credit history, arrest/conviction record, unemployment status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status.

Location: Riverdale, NY