Dean - College of Health Sciences

·      Strategic Leadership and Academic Planning:

• Lead the development of a strategic vision for the College of Health Sciences, including the expansion of existing programs and the creation of new healthcare programs in line with workforce demands.
• Ensure all programs within the College meet accreditation standards and prepare for any upcoming accreditation reviews or site visits in accordance with University policies.
• Work with faculty and Program Directors to establish academic priorities, goals, and curriculum improvements that align with the needs of the healthcare industry.
• Employ strategies that promote the mission of the University that includes access to education.  Employ data-driven approaches to ensure student success.

o   Support strategic research initiatives including supporting the development of faculty researchers, encouraging grant writing efforts, and involving students in larger research efforts.

·      Program Development and Innovation:

• Drive the development of new academic programs in healthcare, ensuring that they address emerging trends in the field, such as advancements in telehealth, health informatics, or specialized clinical training.
• Identify opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration within the college and across the entire University to foster innovation in health sciences education.

·      Faculty Recruitment and Development:

• Recruit and retain a talented faculty, ensuring that faculty members are provided with opportunities for professional development, research, and scholarship.
• Direct the faculty development and evaluation process, including fostering scholarly work among the faculty, the pursuit of research and other grants, and opportunities to improve teaching.
• Work with the campus Rank and Promotion committee to review college faculty who are in the rank and promotion process, ensuring transparency and alignment with institutional standards.

·      Student Success and Enrollment Management:

• Collaborate with Student Affairs and Admissions to develop and implement strategies for student recruitment, retention, and success, ensuring an inclusive environment that attracts a talented and engaged student body that meet and exceed enrollment targets and drive sustainable growth.

o   Focus on providing effective academic advising, support services, resources to students, and opportunities for student research, with an emphasis on a student-centered learning environment and strong student outcomes.

·      Accreditation and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations as well as accreditation standards for all health-related programs.
• Work with the academic Program Directors on accreditation efforts, including preparation for site visits, reports, and continuous improvement initiatives.

·      Budgeting and Resource Management:

• Develop a proposed college budget and manage the approved budget, allocating resources effectively to ensure academic excellence. support program growth, faculty development, and student success.
• Seek out external funding opportunities, including grants, partnerships, and philanthropic support to enhance program offerings and support strategic initiatives.

·      External Representation and Partnership Development:

• Represent the College of Health Sciences both within and outside the campus, building relationships with healthcare organizations, alumni, donors, and community partners.
• Engage in fundraising efforts, in coordination with the campus  Advancement team, to support college initiatives, future program development, and alumni relations.

·      Collaboration and Institutional Leadership:

• Collaborate with other University & TU leaders to contribute to institution- and system-wide initiatives and align the goals of the College of Health Sciences with the broader  Touro University  mission and values.
• Serve on key campus and University committees and task forces as needed to support institutional goals and priorities.

·      Direct supervision of Associate Deans, Assistant Deans, and Directors, as well as an Executive Administrative Assistant.

• Earned doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DNP, DrPH) in a health care discipline with qualifications for appointment at the rank of Professor (preferred).
• A proven track record of leadership in higher education administration, particularly in health-related programs.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing innovative healthcare education programs.

·      Strong background in accreditation, clinical practice (preferred), and workforce education in health sciences disciplines.

·      Evidence of leadership and service in inclusion, opportunities, and belonging in higher education.

·      A record of obtaining external grants (preferred).

·      A broad understanding of complex issues related to clinical practice, workforce education, assessment, and accreditation within the college disciplines.

·      A commitment to student success and ability to make data informed decisions to support learning goals and outcomes.

·      Experience integrating emerging technologies into the teaching-learning process and supporting instructional andragogy.

·      An ability to motivate and develop faculty to pursue excellence in teaching, scholarship, research, and service.

·      Administrative experience leading strategic and operational planning, preparation of budgets, effective management of resources within a budget, personnel organization and management, and student and faculty recruiting.

·      Experience with public and private funding agencies, professional organizations, university governance, and political process

·      Unquestioned integrity and a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and welcoming academic environment.

·      Strong relationship-building and communication skills to work with and engage various constituencies.

·      Demonstrate ability to innovate in a collaborative and entrepreneurial academic environment