The University of New Mexico (UNM),
College of Nursing (CON) is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as the Associate
Dean of Academic Affairs. The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in the CON is
a leader and champion in the areas of assessment, accreditation, mentorship,
and curricular innovation. The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs provides
college-level leadership, management, and oversight of all academic affairs of
the CON. In this context academic affairs refers to: all activities involving
the creation, maintenance, revision, or deletion of curriculum, courses,
sequences of courses and programs of study offered by or within the College;
all managerial activities related to that curriculum (including periodic assessments,
required reporting, and accreditation/licensure requirements); the support of
faculty and students in the delivery of that curriculum. This will
include student performance reviews and discipline, grade appeals, and other
resolutions. The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs serves as a key member of
CON Leadership team. This includes providing strategic leadership to
develop a future vision of the CON to enhance current and emerging programs and
the stewardship of resources, personnel, and collaboration within the CON, UNM,
and across the state. This position reports to the Dean.
Collaborate with program directors,
faculty, and others to foster a climate of academic excellence;
interdisciplinary initiatives; diversity, equity, and inclusion, interpersonal
communication; collaboration, and consensus building across the
organization. Work within the established faculty governance structure as
appropriate regarding curriculum and policy development affecting programs and
the associated concentrations. Ensure the curriculum aligns with the mission of
the CON as it relates to all accreditation standards and is delivered in an
environment that emphasizes professionalism at all levels. Ability to
implement/execute and complete the evaluative process for CCNE assessment of
all curricular programs. Leads accreditation and the accreditation
renewal process: Ensuring that the institution's academic programs meet the
standards set by accrediting bodies.
Senior Leader Qualifications:
The University of New Mexico College of Nursing located in Albuquerque, NM, ranks in the top 15% of nursing programs in the country. With over 1,000 enrolled students, the college offers pre- and post-licensure baccalaureate, master's, post-master's, and doctoral programs. Program offerings include the state's premiere Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs; master's and post-master's programs across seven concentrations for APRNs, nurse educators, and nurse administrators; and the New Mexico Nurse Education Consortium baccalaureate curriculum.
Our faculty engage in innovative
research and clinical scholarship to understand and address the health care
needs among our most vulnerable populations. As a College of Nursing at a
research-intensive, federally designated Hispanic-serving institution situated
on indigenous lands, we benefit both from the manifold opportunities and from the
responsibilities, we carry. Consistent with our mission, vision, and
values, we strive to openly support and deeply respect our diverse students,
staff, and faculty. We expect our faculty to benefit from and contribute
to an inclusive environment that facilitates equity in research, scholarship,
service, education, and practice.
The University of New Mexico is New Mexico's flagship R1 research-intensive institution occupying nearly 800 acres near historic Route 66 in the heart of Albuquerque, a metropolitan area of more than 929,000 people. The College of Nursing is part of a vibrant Health Sciences (HS), which includes New Mexico's only Level-1 Trauma Center. The HS provides and exceptional education for more than 1,500 students each year in 21 different health fields. The HS is known for innovative research with more than $165 Million in extramural research funding. The HS has an established Clinical & Translational Science Center that provides extensive opportunities and resources to support collaborative research in a variety of interest areas. The University of New Mexico offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
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To Receive full consideration please include:1.) Letter of Interest
2.) Curriculum Vitae
3.) List of three professional references with one being the most current employer including name, telephone number, and e-mail address
References will be checked at final stage of consideration.
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