Associate Dean of Curriculum & Instruction

Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences•Draper, UT

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Us in Transforming Healthcare Education. At Joyce University, we believe every student can, should, and will succeed—and that belief shapes everything we do. We’re seeking an Associate Dean of Curriculum & Instruction who is inspired by that mission and ready to lead meaningful, standards-driven academic work that directly impacts student success and the future of healthcare education. Reporting to the Provost, this role is a key leader within our Center of Excellence for Teaching. You’ll collaborate closely with academic leadership, faculty, and instructional support teams to ensure our curriculum is innovative, compliant, data-informed, and designed with students at the center. This position may be remote or on campus , offering flexibility while remaining deeply connected to our academic community. What You’ll Do (Your Impact) As Associate Dean of Curriculum & Instruction, you will: Advance Academic Quality & Compliance Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of curriculum across programs, ensuring alignment with institutional and programmatic accreditation standards, licensure requirements, state regulations, and compliance frameworks. Strengthen Teaching & Learning Promote effective pedagogy and andragogy that enhances student engagement, supports diverse learners, and reflects best practices in higher education. Lead Curriculum Strategy & Execution Guide curriculum review, mapping, and documentation processes; analyze curriculum data; identify gaps; and provide recommendations aligned with professional standards and institutional goals. Partner Across Academic Affairs Collaborate with Deans, Program Chairs, faculty, Instructional Design, and Academic Affairs leadership to support curriculum planning, assessment strategies, and instructional excellence. Support Faculty Growth & Development Contribute to faculty training, orientation, mentoring, and coaching initiatives; support instructional observations and goal setting; and help advance faculty academies and continuing education efforts. Drive Innovation with Accountability Assist in identifying and implementing new curriculum initiatives while monitoring compliance risks, maintaining audit-ready documentation, and supporting corrective action planning when needed. Who You Are You’re a collegial academic leader who balances heart and rigor. You bring curiosity, analytical strength, and a service mindset to your work—and you’re energized by helping faculty and students thrive. You demonstrate: A spirit of inquiry and commitment to evidence-based practice Strong communication and relationship-building skills across diverse audiences High analytical proficiency with qualitative and quantitative academic data A student-centered, service-oriented approach to leadership Accountability, adaptability, and a passion for continuous improvement Our Investment in You We invest in leaders who invest in others. At Joyce, you’ll find a supportive culture, purposeful work, and benefits designed to help you thrive—professionally and personally. Generous self-directed paid time off (PTO) Paid holidays 401(k) with employer match Medical, dental, and vision insurance Fully paid short-term disability Long-term disability coverage Professional development and leadership growth opportunities Continuing education assistance Your success strengthens our students—and the healthcare communities they serve.

Requirements

Master’s degree in nursing or a related health discipline from a regionally accredited institution
Minimum of two years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, faculty development, or academic support in higher education
Experience supporting institutional and/or programmatic accreditation processes
Experience analyzing academic or curriculum data to inform instructional improvement
Experience using learning management systems (Canvas preferred)

Nice To Haves

Terminal degree (PhD or professional doctorate)
Teaching experience at the master’s or doctoral level, including online or hybrid delivery
Experience designing, delivering, and evaluating faculty development initiatives
Familiarity with project management tools (Asana preferred)

Responsibilities

Advance Academic Quality & Compliance Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of curriculum across programs, ensuring alignment with institutional and programmatic accreditation standards, licensure requirements, state regulations, and compliance frameworks.
Strengthen Teaching & Learning Promote effective pedagogy and andragogy that enhances student engagement, supports diverse learners, and reflects best practices in higher education.
Lead Curriculum Strategy & Execution Guide curriculum review, mapping, and documentation processes; analyze curriculum data; identify gaps; and provide recommendations aligned with professional standards and institutional goals.
Partner Across Academic Affairs Collaborate with Deans, Program Chairs, faculty, Instructional Design, and Academic Affairs leadership to support curriculum planning, assessment strategies, and instructional excellence.
Support Faculty Growth & Development Contribute to faculty training, orientation, mentoring, and coaching initiatives; support instructional observations and goal setting; and help advance faculty academies and continuing education efforts.
Drive Innovation with Accountability Assist in identifying and implementing new curriculum initiatives while monitoring compliance risks, maintaining audit-ready documentation, and supporting corrective action planning when needed.