Wilkes University invites applications for Dean of the College of Health and Education. Reporting to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean serves as the College's chief academic, administrative, and fiscal officer, providing strategic leadership for the Passan School of Nursing, the Nesbitt School of Pharmacy, and the Dr. Richard Abas Alley School of Education. This full-time, 12-month administrative appointment carries faculty rank, with an anticipated start date of July 2027.
The Dean will foster a collaborative, inclusive college culture while respecting each school's distinct identity and professional requirements. Major responsibilities include advancing academic quality and program development; maintaining disciplinary accreditations and state authorizations; recruiting, mentoring, and supporting faculty and staff; managing budgets and resources; and strengthening enrollment, retention, and student success. The Dean will also lead College fundraising efforts and cultivate clinical, school district, alumni, and community partnerships that support student placements, experiential learning, and professional preparation.
Candidates must hold an earned doctorate or other appropriate degree in nursing, education, pharmacy, or a closely related field from an accredited institution and demonstrate a record of teaching, scholarship, and service that merits appointment as a tenured full professor in a College department. At least five years of progressively responsible academic leadership, direct experience with accreditation reviews and self-studies, and experience managing budgets, personnel, and strategic planning in higher education are required.
The successful candidate will bring a collaborative, transparent leadership style; excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills; sound judgment; and a commitment to student success, faculty development, and an inclusive learning environment. Preferred qualifications include multidisciplinary leadership, experience with nursing, pharmacy, and/or education accreditation, and demonstrated success in fundraising, external partnerships, grant-funded initiatives, and enrollment growth.
Application Information
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