Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs, School of Veterinary Medicine, Rowan University

Rowan University•Mantua Township, NJ

1d•$170,000 - $260,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Rowan University School of Veterinary Medicine is seeking an administrative leader for the position of Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs. The selected candidate will lead the continued development of a fully integrated, pass/fail, spiral curriculum aligned with the competency based education framework while providing support for college graduate programs. The program is focused on early, robust exposure to clinical and professional skills and preparing students to confidently enter the workforce at graduation. The Associate Dean will assist in the recruitment, educational development and retention of talented faculty dedicated to preparing confident graduates. The selected candidate will play a critical role in participation in the School’s accreditation process and should have demonstrated expertise in outcomes assessment. The Associate Dean works closely with the Dean, other Associate/Assistant deans, Directors, Department Heads, central university administration, and human resources on a range of faculty affairs issues, including promotion and tenure, work-life balance policies, annual evaluations and merit, and compliance with the Faculty Handbook and other university requirements.

Requirements

DVM or equivalent degree (required)
Experience in higher education administration, academic program management, and faculty affairs
An established record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service appropriate for appointment to the rank of Full Professor with tenure
Interest in working in a dynamic budding veterinary program with the flexibility to adapt to new and innovative methods of delivery of veterinary education
Ability to mentor junior faculty, and collaborate with mid-career and senior faculty
Experience with promotion and tenure and faculty career progression
Evidence of interdisciplinary, collaborative leadership and partnerships with external agencies
Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience with strategic planning and an understanding of faculty needs with a view toward enhancing pedagogy, growth and clinical collaboration
Experience in policy development and implementation
An understanding of the intersection of teaching, research, outreach, and patient care
Proven commitment to and knowledge of shared governance
Ability to lead teams, communicate with multiple and diverse audiences and individuals, and complete tasks in a complex organizational environment
Ability to inspire others to high levels of performance and foster collaboration and trust

Nice To Haves

MS or PhD in a related field (preferred)

Responsibilities

Create mechanisms and programs for faculty educational development in partnership with the Department Heads and other related committees/groups at Rowan University
Coordinate faculty recommendations for new hires, merit programs and other recognition and reward programs to ensure equity and parity across scientific and clinical disciplines
Coordinate faculty leaves (including parental leaves, etc.) including retirement planning in coordination with the department chairs
Work in close partnership with the other Associate Deans, Department Chairs, and Directors to implement process improvements, planning and program decisions
Leads Committee on Curriculum, Committee on Appointments and Promotions.
Serves as contact person for related search committee policies and processes.
Lead and guide administrative team (especially Department Heads and Directors) on implementation of faculty driven curricular decisions
Serves as the Dean’s proxy to represent the SVM on academic matters, upon request.