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Primary Job Posting Location:
Atlanta, GA 30341Additional Job Posting Locations:
(Other locations that this position could be based)
Responsibilities:
The Associate Dean for Graduate Programs provides leadership and management of the College of Nursing graduate programs. Working collaboratively with the other Associate Deans, the Associate Dean for Graduate Programs supports the overall advancement of the College of Nursing and the University. The Associate Dean reports directly to the Dean of Nursing. This is a tenure-track eligible appointment. Rank and salary are commensurate with professional qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Supervise and support all faculty teaching in graduate coursework, graduate program coordinators, the Endowed Chair, and designated staff members;
Hire, support, and evaluate adjunct clinical faculty for graduate courses;
Serve on College and University committees by virtue of position or as appropriate;
Oversee the graduate curricula;
Oversee graduate curriculum planning and systematic evaluation;
Oversee continuous quality improvement strategies;
Collaborate with the Assessment and Evaluation Committee and the Graduate Programs Committee to strategically plan and evaluate the curriculum;
Cultivate and maintain strong working relationships with the community, external partners, clinical affiliate partners, and other key stakeholders to further graduate educational goals;
Evaluate employment rates and certification examination success of graduates;
Forecast enrollment numbers to plan for graduate clinical and course needs;
Oversee and evaluate adherence to policies and procedures for graduate students;
Oversee the quality, accuracy, and final product of program publications, such as the graduate admissions brochures, graduate web pages, Graduate Student Handbook, and updates to the Atlanta Catalog;
Oversee the quality of reports submitted to the College to the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the National League for Nursing, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, and other reports pertaining to the graduate program; and
Collaborate with the other Associate Deans to foster and support a "One College of Nursing" environment by encouraging cross-campus events, outreach opportunities, and shared learning experiences for students, faculty, and staff.
Required Qualifications:
Doctoral degree in nursing or related field from an accredited institution
Unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Georgia
Demonstrated leadership experience in academic programs
Knowledge of nursing education accreditation standards
Record of scholarship commensurate with a minimum rank of associate professor
High-level interpersonal communication skills
Philosophy commensurate with Mercer University's mission and values
Preferred Qualifications:
Record of effective administrative leadership in nursing education
Experience writing accreditation reports
About Mercer University
Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.
Why Work at Mercer University
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