Search for the Next Dean for Georgia Baptist College of Nursing
The Nursing Dean Search Committee for Mercer University invites inquiries for the next visionary leader of Georgia Baptist College of Nursing of Mercer University! The Dean for the College reports directly to the Provost and works collaboratively with all Mercer University academic colleges and schools. Within the College of Nursing, the Dean provides leadership to enhance and promote existing programs, to develop innovative new programs, and to recruit highly qualified students and faculty. The Dean is also responsible for facilitating the achievement of an in depth ten-year strategic plan that coincides directly with goals of the University.
The successful candidate will be nationally recognized with demonstrated leadership in teaching, research, and service. A record of scholarly activity, a minimum of five years of substantial administrative experience, and command of undergraduate and graduate program development and implementation is required. Additional qualifications include:
- Earned doctorate (Ph.D., DNSc, or equivalent) in nursing or a related discipline from an accredited university/college;
- Master's degree in nursing, if doctorate is not in nursing;
- Registered Nurse licensure, or eligibility for unencumbered licensure, in the state of Georgia;
- Scholarly activity commensurate with appointment as a tenured Professor;
- Evidence of successful teaching, scholarship, and service;
- Proven ability to maintain and monitor fiscal resources, develop and interpret financial data/plans, and secure funding to support educational initiatives; and
- Proven ability to work in partnership with Associate Deans in the implementation of undergraduate and graduate programs.
Nominations and applications will be accepted for this position beginning immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Additional information about the position will be available upon request. A full description of the position is found on the application link. Applications, including curriculum vitae and cover letter, must be completed online. Please click on this link to reach the application site directly: Dean of Nursing. Application materials to attach to the online application include: 1) a letter of interest, which should include a statement of philosophy of administrative practice and a statement regarding philosophy of nursing education, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of 5 references, who will be contacted after notification to the applicant. All information must be submitted electronically (PDF or Microsoft Word formats).
Linda A. Streit, RN, DSN
Chair, Search Committee for Dean in Nursing
Georgia Baptist College of Nursing of Mercer University
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, GA 30341
Office: 678.547.6774
FAX: 678. 547.6796
Streit_LA@Mercer.edu
www.Mercer.edu/nursing