Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs and Department Chair
This dual role provides strategic and operational oversight of graduate nursing programs (master’s, doctoral, and post-graduate certificates) while also serving as Chair for designated faculty.
About the role
The Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs and Department Chair serves as an academic and administrative leader within the School of Nursing. Responsibilities include ensuring program quality, faculty performance, student success, and alignment with the mission and vision of the School of Nursing and the University. The position supports excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service, and fosters collaboration across academic and administrative units.
The Assistant Dean is a member of the School of Nursing Leadership Team and works collaboratively with the Dean, Associate Dean for Services, Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs, Academic Affairs, Associate Dean of Student Affairs and Student Services, Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs, Department Chairs, and program leadership to advance undergraduate education.
This is a 12-month fiscal appointment with optional teaching responsibilities, as determined by the Dean. The position undergoes administrative review after the second year and every three years thereafter, incorporating faculty feedback. This position reports to the Dean of the School of Nursing.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and operational oversight of graduate nursing programs (master’s, doctoral, and post-graduate certificates).
- Serve as Chair for designated faculty.
- Ensure program quality, faculty performance, and student success.
- Align programs with the mission and vision of the School of Nursing and the University.
- Support excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
- Foster collaboration across academic and administrative units.
Job Location: Edwardsville, IL
Job Type: Associate or Assistant Dean/Director
School/Institution: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville