Vice Dean/Director, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

Core Responsibilities

• Define a forward-looking vision that positions SHRS as a national leader, integrating its pioneering spirit in online education with its commitment to academic rigor.
• Anticipate and respond to rapid changes in healthcare delivery, technology, and policy, ensuring the School remains at the forefront of the dynamic academic landscape.
• Serve on the Dean’s Cabinet and College Leadership Team to align School initiatives with university-wide priorities.
• Define a distinctive identity for SHRS that prioritizes programmatic offerings and research with the greatest potential for societal impact and distinction.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent degree required.
• A national/international record of scholarly achievement commensurate with the rank of Associate Professor or Professor with tenure, including a distinguished and sustained record of scholarly achievement, teaching excellence at the post-secondary level, and professional service.
• Demonstrated and effective leadership and administrative experience in academia, with desired experience in fundraising, budgeting, and management.
• Evidence of a demonstrated ability to cultivate positive work relationships with students, colleagues, and staff.
• Experience in leading change and the ability to work successfully across disciplines within a complex organization.
• Experience in undergraduate and graduate education, with the ability to support and further develop the School’s existing and potential research and educational programs.
• Experience with successful collaborations, such as those with other academic units, centers/institutes, community partners, and professional organizations.