Assoc Prof/Assoc Dean - Research/Scholarship

About the role

The Associate Dean for Research and Scholarship (ADR) position is available in the School of Nursing at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC).

Responsibilities

• Establish and advance a visionary agenda for the School of Nursing's research and scholarly activities.
• Lead the development and evaluation of research and scholarly activities.
• Represent the school within TTUHSC and in the broader community on matters related to research and scholarly activities.
• Cultivate partnerships and opportunities.
• Provide exemplary mentoring, progressive federal and other external grant acquisition, and the expansion of research programs across disciplines.
• Ensure the success of the School of Nursing and the achievement of the research mission.

Requirements

• Graduated with a research-focused doctoral degree (PhD) from accredited universities, with a minimum of Associate Professor rank.
• Current RN license in the State of Texas or ability to transfer license to Texas.
• Led an established program of research with clear evidence of sustained impact, national recognition, and international significance.
• Experience in teaching, curriculum development, and innovative instructional methodologies.
• Supervisory responsibility for the School of Nursing Statistician and the Research Administrator.

Qualifications

• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond effectively to common inquiries from regulatory agencies, faculty, staff, students, professional colleagues, and community partners.
• Proven ability to author and publish scholarly articles, reports, and presentations that meet academic and professional standards.
• Ability to effectively present information to individuals at all levels, ranging from children to members of the board of directors and legislators.

Skills and Abilities

• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond effectively to common inquiries from regulatory agencies, faculty, staff, students, professional colleagues, and community partners.
• Proven ability to author and publish scholarly articles, reports, and presentations that meet academic and professional standards.
• Ability to effectively present information to individuals at all levels, ranging from children to members of the board of directors and legislators.

Benefits

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members.
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more.
• Retirement Plans.
• Wellness Programs.
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace.

Pay

Commensurate With Related Education, Experience And/or Skills

Schedule

Day

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No