Dean of the School of Health Sciences
About the role
Whitworth University seeks a visionary, collaborative, and mission-driven leader to serve as Dean of the School of Health Sciences. Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President, the dean provides strategic, academic, and operational leadership for a growing portfolio of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. This leader will guide the next phase of growth, including the launch of new nursing and social work programs, expansion of healthcare partnerships, academic innovation, and student success while advancing Whitworth's Christian mission. The School of Health Sciences is entering an exciting period of growth and innovation. Candidates are encouraged to review the full Search Profile for information about Whitworth, the school, strategic priorities, leadership opportunities, and desired qualifications.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership for the School of Health Sciences and contribute to university initiatives.
- Lead implementation of new nursing and social work programs while supporting existing health professions programs.
- Ensure academic quality, accreditation compliance, and continuous improvement.
- Recruit, develop, and support faculty, academic leaders, and staff.
- Advance enrollment growth, student success, and innovative academic pathways.
- Build strong partnerships with healthcare systems, community organizations, alumni, employers, and donors.
- Foster a culture grounded in Christian faith, academic excellence, collaboration, and service.
Qualifications
- Earned doctorate or terminal degree in a health-related field.
- Experience as a dean, associate dean, or comparable senior academic leader.
- Leadership experience with accredited health professions programs.
- Record of program development, growth, or innovation.
- Demonstrated success leading faculty and staff and supporting student success.
- Personal Christian faith and ability to articulate how faith informs leadership and vocation.
- Strong partnership-building, communication, financial, and organizational leadership skills.
Posted: 10/13/2026 | Location: Spokane, WA