Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Jefferson College of Nursing
The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs (ADAA) serves as the Chief Academic Officer of the Jefferson College of Nursing (JCN), reporting directly to the Dean. The ADAA is responsible for the strategic leadership, development, implementation, evaluation, and accreditation of JCN’s academic programs across all campuses, including Center City, Dixon, and future campuses. The ADAA ensures that these programs are academically rigorous, compliant with both accreditation and regulatory standards, and aligned with the strategic mission of the College. This role provides leadership in curriculum innovation, ensures programs are adequately resourced, and guides the Systematic Evaluation Plan (SEP) to monitor and improve academic quality. The ADAA represents the JCN within the university and with other internal and external stakeholders, advancing the College's reputation in nursing education in the region, nationally, and globally.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Strategic Leadership and Academic Excellence:
Drive the vision and strategic direction for all academic programs across Center City, Dixon, and future campuses, maintaining high standards of quality and ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory bodies.
Champion innovative curriculum design and program delivery, integrating best practices in nursing education, including simulation, AI, and competency-based learning.
Provide strategic oversight for faculty deployment relative to programmatic needs, accreditation standards, enrollment trends, and fiscal considerations.
Curriculum and Program Development:
Guide faculty in the continuous development, implementation, and improvement of curricula, ensuring alignment with JCN’s Systematic Evaluation Plan (SEP) for quality improvement.
Lead the assessment and refinement of academic programs, ensuring they remain competitive and responsive to the needs of the healthcare environment.
Develop and implement interprofessional learning opportunities that enhance collaboration among nursing, medicine, and allied health disciplines, supporting Jefferson’s broader mission for integrated healthcare education.
Drive global academic initiatives, creating opportunities for students and faculty to engage in international partnerships, global health projects, and exchange programs that enhance JCN’s global impact.
Faculty and Student Success:
Mentor and support Assistant Deans, Department Chairs, Program Directors and faculty, fostering a culture of academic excellence, innovation, and professional growth.
Oversee student support services, including advisement, program scheduling, academic progression, and retention strategies, ensuring a student-centered environment.
Collaborate on faculty development initiatives to ensure expertise in contemporary teaching methods, curriculum design, and program evaluation.
Oversee currency and accuracy of all academic publications.
Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement:
Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Clinical Practice and Community Engagement to strengthen academic-practice partnerships with Jefferson Health and other key clinical stakeholders.
Represent JCN at state, regional, national, and international meetings, enhancing the College’s visibility and leadership in nursing education.
Engage with Institutional Advancement and other university departments to develop strategies for student recruitment, program expansion, and securing external funding.
Resource Management and Compliance:
Lead strategic budgeting and financial planning efforts, including faculty deployment and enrollment targets, with the Dean and Senior Director for Business Planning, ensuring effective allocation of resources to support program excellence and growth.
Oversee all aspects of accreditation and regulatory compliance, maintaining accurate documentation, and preparing reports for accreditation site visits and evaluations.
Ensure that JCN’s academic programs meet all accreditation and regulatory requirements, including maintaining ongoing communication with accrediting agencies and state boards.
Qualifications:
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Doctoral degree in nursing or a related field
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION:
Unencumbered, active Pennsylvania RN licensure (or eligibility).
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in nursing education, with a strong background in curriculum innovation, program evaluation, and accreditation processes.
Proven track record of leading in complex academic and clinical environments, with a demonstrated ability to build and sustain high-impact partnerships.
Strong strategic planning skills, with the ability to translate long-term goals into actionable strategies that enhance program quality and outcomes.
Excellent communication and collaborative skills, with a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment.
Interested candidates should submit on-line application/CV: http://hr.jefferson.edu/human-resources.html Job ID # 9302612
About Jefferson
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
