Dean of the School of Dental Medicine

Dean of the School of Dental Medicine

About the Company

Pioneering dental school

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
2002

Employees
51-200

About the Role

The Company is in search of a visionary and accomplished Dean for its School of Dental Medicine. The successful candidate will be tasked with guiding the school through a significant growth phase, shaping its academic identity, and leading strategic planning to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. This pivotal role involves strengthening foundational structures, including governance systems, faculty recruitment and retention processes, and academic policies. The Dean will also be responsible for advancing novel approaches to dental education, such as the integration of AI, digital health transformation, and simulation-based training, and will serve as the primary steward for accreditation, academic, and clinical excellence. Applicants for the Dean position at the company's School of Dental Medicine should hold a D.D.S or D.M.D. with credentials suitable for a tenured full professor. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dental medicine leadership, including experience in partnership development, donor cultivation, and managing large budgets. A deep commitment to student success, faculty development, research, and innovation is essential, as is a focus on supporting rural and underserved community needs. The role requires a leader with strong business acumen, capable of managing complex academic enterprises and driving financial sustainability through strategic growth and operational efficiencies. The Dean will also be expected to engage with external stakeholders, government leaders, and community partners to enhance the school's regional and national impact.

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration