Associate Dean (Academic Affairs) (Pos No 0089468)

University of Hawaii•Hilo, HI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Hawaii at Hilo (UH Hilo) is a public university on the Island of Hawaii and a comprehensive regional campus within the ten-campus University of Hawaii System. The Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy (DKICP) is the only pharmacy school in Hawaii and the Pacific Basin. The college is committed to quality health professional education, innovation in health, science, and technology, and outreach that supports community health and well-being. This executive management position reports directly to the Dean of DKICP and provides administrative leadership in advancing the college’s academic, student, and administrative affairs. Based in Hilo, Hawaii, the Associate Dean provides leadership, administration, and coordination for the college’s academic programs. The role encompasses curriculum development and evaluation, human resources management, resource development, financial and academic planning, faculty development, accreditation, continuing education and professional development, post-graduate training, and curricular, programmatic, and research enhancements.

Requirements

Earned doctorate: PhD or professional doctorate (PharmD, MD, or DO).
Three years of relevant academic or administrative experience.
Attained the academic rank of associate professor or demonstrated a record of comparable professional experience before appointment.
Leadership experience with successful accreditation of an academic program.
Experience making data-driven decisions.
Ability to comprehend and interpret administrative directives and guidance to ensure IT operations align with organizational standards and industry best practices.

Nice To Haves

Five years of administrative experience with progressively greater responsibilities in a U.S. College or School of Pharmacy.
Documentation of teaching excellence in graduate or professional programs at a U.S. academic institution.
Demonstrated curriculum development and evaluation leadership in graduate or professional programs at a U.S. College or School of Pharmacy, or in a related basic or health science.
Attainment of the academic rank of full professor.
Health professional license or eligibility for licensure in Hawaii.
Track record of peer-reviewed research funding.
Publication record in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at national and international forums.
Experience in fundraising and external relations.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, maintain, and revise curricula for DKICP academic degree programs in partnership with the Curriculum Committee, Assessment Committee, and academic program directors.
Facilitate adoption of effective curricular, instructional delivery, and clinical practices.
Collaborate with department chairs and program directors to recruit, mentor, retain, and evaluate faculty in accordance with university and accreditation standards, policies, and procedures.
Secure resources for curricular and instructional needs and for student and faculty support.
Promote an environment that fosters morale, academic rigor, instructional excellence, and research productivity.
Provide leadership to advance the College of Pharmacy’s mission and vision in academic affairs.
Oversee the ACPE accreditation process for the PharmD program and accreditation processes for other academic degree programs.
Conduct scholarly and professional activities in pharmacy, including scholarship of teaching and learning.
Support initiatives that disseminate and create knowledge among faculty, staff, and students.
Oversee academic affairs priorities, including accreditation; professional student recruitment, admission, assessment, graduation, and promotion; faculty hiring and retention; staff and resource management; and other activities related to academic offerings.
Oversee the assignment and training of academic and student-organization advisors in coordination with the Dean’s Executive Committee.
Manage data, training, and processes supporting student progression and graduation.
Work with the Department of Pharmacy Practice Chair and Director of Experiential Education to ensure community and service fairs are appropriately staffed and quality controls are enforced.
Establish processes for approving community health fairs, staffing them, and following up.
Ensure professional student organizations comply with chapter rules and regulations, remain active, and meet student needs.
Collaborate with college and university personnel on recruitment and admissions and coordinate college resources to meet enrollment targets.
Prepare budget plans and fiscal documents that support the fiscal integrity of DKICP academic programs.
Secure fiscal and institutional support for the PharmD program through grant writing; collaborate with the Dean on fundraising; and participate in Hawaii state legislative hearings.
Collaborate with college directors and university staff to advance the academic mission and student progression.
Communicate with academic leaders and represent the College of Pharmacy at university and national forums as needed.
Lead college assessment efforts to ensure curriculum quality, compliance with ACPE standards, and continuous quality improvement for the strategic plan.
Follow applicable laws, regulations, and university policies and procedures; raise staff awareness and direct work to meet compliance requirements.
Identify and mitigate university risks through policy development, revision, enhancement, and training, including legal, financial, reputational, and compliance risks.
Perform other duties as assigned.