Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Operations - Full-Time – Open Stream

The University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing is seeking qualified applicants for the Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Operations.

This full-time, tenure-stream or appointment-stream faculty position can be appointed at the Assistant, Associate, or full Professor rank. This leadership faculty position will be responsible for the oversight for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN). This position will also support the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge technology driven educational activities.

Faculty responsibilities include teaching, research/scholarship, and service.

Administrative responsibilities will include:
• Provide strategic oversight for undergraduate nursing programs across all campuses, ensuring high academic standards and consistent, effective operations.
• Participate as an active member of the Dean’s Council.
• Maintain full compliance with state and national regulatory and accreditation requirements for nursing education.
• Partner with the External Recruitment and Relations team to attract and retain exceptional faculty members.
• Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Faculty affairs to oversee teaching faculty and staff, including responsibilities related to hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and performance evaluation.
• Collaborate on the development and implementation of strategic initiatives aimed at recruiting and retaining high‑quality undergraduate nursing students.
• Promote the undergraduate nursing program across the Commonwealth through student engagement, recruitment, and outreach activities.
• Develop, administer, and monitor the undergraduate program’s budget to ensure responsible and effective use of resources.
• Represent the undergraduate program in college‑wide and external meetings, serving as a representative with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure undergraduate programs attain or exceed standards set by state and national accreditors and regulatory bodies.
• Maintain a high-level knowledge about emerging educational technologies and teaching best practices, integrating innovative tools into teaching-learning practices to enhance instruction and learning experiences.
• Serve on and provide guidance to the BSN Council as an ex-officio member
• Schedule visitation to the branch campuses to provide support
• Participate in the evaluation process for the undergraduate program through student, faculty and community of interest feedback

Minimum Qualifications for Consideration:

• Proven administrative capabilities in leading and managing in academic and curricular activities, including didactic and clinical graduate courses; conducts independent research/scholarship; has leadership skills in: teaching, research/scholarship, and service
• Must meet qualifications for appointment to the University of Pittsburgh, School of Nursing Faculty:

Faculty Requirements in the Appointment Stream (Non-Tenure Stream):

• Assistant Professor – A) An earned doctorate in nursing or a field related to the area of scholarship within the School of Nursing is required. B) Evidence of or potential for a sustained and impactful program of scholarship. C) Evidence of or potential for excellence in teaching and mentoring, and contributing to a learning environment that values evidence-based practice.
• Associate Professor – A) An earned doctorate in nursing or a field related to the area of scholarship within the School of Nursing is required. B) Evidence of a sustained and impactful program of scholarship that is nationally recognized. C) Evidence of excellence in teaching and mentoring, and contributing to a learning environment that values evidence-based practice. D) Evidence of or potential for leadership in the field.
• Professor – A) An earned doctorate in nursing or a field related to the area of scholarship within the School of Nursing is required. B) Evidence of a sustained and impactful program of scholarship that is internationally recognized. C) Evidence of excellence in teaching and mentoring, and contributing to a learning environment that values evidence-based practice. D) Evidence of leadership in the field.

Faculty Requirements in the Tenure Stream:

• Assistant Professor – A) An earned Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in nursing or a field related to the research foci within the School of Nursing is required. B) Evidence of promise or potential for a sustained and impactful program of research. C) Evidence of potential for excellence in teaching and mentoring students.
• Associate Professor – A) An earned Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in nursing or a field related to the research foci within the School of Nursing is required. B) Evidence of a sustained and impactful program of research that is nationally recognized. C) Demonstrated mature performance in course and curriculum planning and excellence in teaching and mentoring students and junior faculty members, and in participating in the activities of the University. D) Evidence of potential for leadership in the field
• Professor – A) An earned Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in nursing or a field related to the research foci within the School of Nursing is required. B) Should have superior stature in his or her field through research, writing, professional practice, or leadership in professional and learned organizations, as well as having exceeded the standards described for ranks shown above. C) Evidence of excellence and leadership in teaching and mentoring students and faculty members. D) Evidence of leadership in the field.

Competitive salary and academic rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

About the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing:
Since its founding in 1939, the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing has provided faculty and students with the resources and support to generate new healthcare knowledge and the educational foundation to conduct evidence-based practice, engage in scholarly activities, and translate knowledge to improve the delivery of healthcare in Pennsylvania, the nation, and throughout the world.
As one of the nation's elite schools of nursing, Pitt Nursing receives millions of dollars in NIH grant funding each year, and U.S. News & World Report highly ranks multiple academic programs. A complete list of rankings for the School of Nursing can be found at: www.nursing.pitt.edu/about/our-rankings.

About the University of Pittsburgh:
Named a "New Ivy" by Forbes, the University of Pittsburgh is internationally recognized as a center of learning, innovation, and research. Pitt shares a campus with the world-class healthcare enterprise, UPMC. Collaboration between Pitt and UPMC results in an environment of interdisciplinary research and education, cutting-edge evidence-based practice, and an infrastructure that fosters career development and sustained successes.

Apply Now:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Candidates should apply online at https://www.join.pitt.edu/ and search for requisition number: 26003486. For more information on the School of Nursing, visit www.nursing.pitt.edu.
As part of your application, please provide a statement of your area of scholarship and why you believe you will be successful at Pitt Nursing.

Reasons to work at Pitt:
The University offers exceptional benefits that include education benefits, health and wellness benefits, and a generous retirement plan. There are also generous tuition and educational benefits. Information about these and other benefits can be found on the University's HR website: Benefits | Human Resources | University of Pittsburgh

As part of your application, please provide a statement of your area of scholarship and why you believe you will be successful at Pitt Nursing.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.