Dean, College of Nursing

Overview WittKieffer is proud to partner with SUNY Upstate Medical University (SUNY Upstate) in their search for a visionary and strategic dean of its College of Nursing (CON). SUNY Upstate seeks an innovative leader committed to promoting and fostering excellence in teaching, research, professional practice and service as its next Dean of the College of Nursing. This is an opportunity for a creative academic leader to build on the current success of the College and its faculty and take it to the next level of its development as a national leader in nursing education. SUNY Upstate, located in Syracuse, is the only academic medical center in Central New York. It is also the region's largest employer with more than 13,000 employees. SUNY Upstate is anchored by its four colleges—Graduate Studies (biomedical sciences), Health Professions, Medicine, and Nursing. Since 2006, student enrollment has grown by 16.4% as Upstate responds to the health care needs of the region. The Upstate University Health System serves 1.8 million people per year. Responsibilities Reporting to the President, the Dean will play a pivotal role in advancing a compelling vision that will define what it means to be a forward-thinking college of nursing and address the critical needs of the profession. Capitalise on opportunities for interdisciplinary and interprofessional programs and research within the university, while working to address the state's health care needs, including health care disparities and their negative impact, and the unique needs of a rural population. Qualifications Earned research doctorate from an accredited institution with at least one graduate degree in nursing. Prior leadership experience gained within an academic setting. Credentials that merit appointment as a tenured full Professor in the College. Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in New York State. Record demonstrating ability to grow the scholarship and research success of the College. Demonstrated ability to generate financial support to achieve the goals of the College through engagement with donors, alumni, and the community. Application Information Applications should include, as separate documents, a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile. Application materials, nominations and inquiries can be directed to Greg Duyck, Claudia Teschky, Michael Anderson, MD, and Alana Penley at View email address on click.appcast.io. WittKieffer is assisting SUNY Upstate with this search. Equal Opportunity Employer SUNY Upstate Medical University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr