Dean, College of Nursing

The University of Arizona•Tucson, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arizona invites nominations and applications for the Dean of the College of Nursing. The Dean will provide visionary, strategic, and collaborative leadership to advance excellence and innovation in nursing education, research, and practice; foster a supportive and inclusive environment for faculty, staff, and students; and strengthen the College’s reputation and impact through strategic partnerships, interdisciplinary collaboration, and responsible stewardship of resources. The Dean will establish a compelling vision for the College, advance student success and academic excellence, modernize curricula, and promote interdisciplinary research. The role includes leading academic programs and continuous quality improvement; developing and retaining faculty and staff; overseeing financial and personnel matters; supporting research and scholarship; and representing the College to university leaders, alumni, healthcare organizations, industry, government, governing boards, and community stakeholders. The position is based at the University of Arizona’s Tucson Campus. It is a full-time, 1.0 FTE academic administration position with a 40-hour work week. Compensation is salary at 1.0 FTE and is determined based on experience (DOE).

Requirements

Hold an active registered nursing license or be eligible for RN licensure in Arizona.
Hold a terminal degree in nursing or a related field.
Have a distinguished record of academic achievement appropriate for appointment as a professor.
Have significant experience in nursing leadership and administration, preferably within a research-intensive university setting.
Demonstrate experience building and developing effective leadership teams, leading organizations through significant change, and creating structures that enable employees to advance institutional priorities.
Demonstrate a strong record of building and sustaining relationships with alumni, healthcare and industry partners, governing boards, and community stakeholders at local, national, and international levels.

Responsibilities

Establish and advance a strategic vision that positions the College as a national and international leader in nursing education, research, and practice while advancing health equity and community impact.
Oversee academic programs, curriculum development, educational innovation, and continuous quality improvement across undergraduate and graduate education, aligned with AACN standards.
Recruit, develop, recognize, and retain faculty and staff across all tracks; oversee personnel matters, promotion, tenure, performance evaluation, and professional development.
Provide visionary and disciplined financial leadership, balancing growth and innovation with responsible stewardship of College resources.
Advance research and scholarship aligned with university priorities, supporting ethical conduct, scholarly productivity, and meaningful participation by faculty, staff, and students.
Serve as a visible ambassador for the College and strengthen relationships with alumni, the Board of Regents, healthcare organizations, industry, government, and community stakeholders.
Collaborate with university leadership to advance institutional priorities, secure resources, and contribute to university governance, strategic planning, and policy development.
Work with deans, senior leaders, and the provost to advance Academic Success Goals and student success through intentional engagement and cross-functional collaboration.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability programs
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Paid holidays
Tuition reduction at the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University for the employee and qualified family members
Retirement plans
Access to University of Arizona recreation and cultural activities