"Associate Dean of Nursing (Tenured Associate/Full Professor or Non-Tenured Track, Full Clinical"

Merrimack College is a selective, private college in a beautiful, residential setting — just minutes from Boston, Massachusetts.

Position Description:

The Department of Nursing seeks to hire a collaborative, dynamic and highly professional nurse leader to serve as the Associate Dean of Nursing in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences. This is a 12-month position in the Department of Nursing. The Associate Dean supports the Dean in advancing the mission, vision, and strategic goals of the nursing program, ensuring academic excellence, regulatory compliance, and student success. The ideal candidate should be highly experienced and skilled in nursing academia. The Associate Dean will report to the Dean and is responsible for the oversight and development of the nursing faculty, set course schedules, participate in department and College governance, contribute to curriculum and policy review and revision, teach in courses or conduct research (tenured candidates) based upon expertise, assist in ensuring the programs are meeting state regulatory and national accreditation standards. Merrimack College seeks candidates with a demonstrated ability to work with colleagues and students across a broad range of social and personal identities and perspectives.

The Department of Nursing is housed in the state-of-the-art Nursing Center at Merrimack College. This space includes 7 simulation labs, a classroom; 2 debrief rooms, faculty offices and large student collaborative spaces.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

Academic Leadership

• Work in Collaboration with the Dean advancing the mission and vision of the Department, School and College.
• Support faculty in implementing evidence-based teaching practices and integrating technology into instruction.
• Work in Collaboration with Program Directors and faculty assessing student learning outcomes and promoting strategies to enhance retention, progression, and graduation rates.

Faculty Development & Supervision

• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate nursing faculty.
• Facilitate professional development opportunities, including scholarly activities, continuing education, and leadership training.

Administration & Operations

• Assist in budget preparation, resource allocation, and strategic planning.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to ensure effective program delivery.

Accreditation & Compliance

• Work with nursing leadership and faculty to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, licensing bodies, and accreditation requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, self-studies, and documentation for program review and accreditation visits.

Other duties as assigned by the Dean

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree is required, PhD or research doctorate required for tenured candidates.
• Current/unencumbered Massachusetts state RN license.
• Qualify for minimum Academic appointment of Associate Professor (tenured) or Full Clinical Professor (non-tenure track)
• Outstanding record of professional service commensurate with career stage.

Application Materials Should Include:

• A curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for three references.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Compensation:

The expected 9-month base salary range (paid over 12 months) for the Associate Professor is $150,000-$180,000, and for the Full Professor is $170,000-$200,000. The actual pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate qualifications and prior experience, scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market considerations.

Statement on Our Mission

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.

Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.