Divisional Dean, School of Nursing

Divisional Dean of the School of Nursing George Mason University invites applications for a Divisional Dean of the School of Nursing, a transformative academic leadership opportunity at the center of one of the Commonwealth’s most rapidly ascending health sciences programs. The Divisional Dean reports to the Dean of the College of Public Health and will serve as the chief academic, operational, and strategic leader of the School, which has earned top national rankings across its BSN, MSN, and DNP programs and is poised for its next chapter of national prominence. Why This Role Matters Lead one of Virginia’s most highly ranked nursing schools at the Commonwealth’s largest university (a Carnegie R1 research institution) Shape strategy across professional practice degrees including BSN, MSN, and DNP programs that are rising rapidly in national standings Partner with the Dean of the College of Public Health, Virginia’s only accredited interdisciplinary public health college Build on deep clinical partnerships across the Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. healthcare corridor Advance a nationally distinctive model of interprofessional education grounded in public health and powered by simulation and immersive technology Operate from Peterson Family Health Sciences Hall, a 165,000 sq ft flagship facility with state-of-the-art simulation suites, clinical labs, and research spaces Qualifications Terminal degree in nursing (DNP or PhD required) Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) eligible to practice in Virginia Significant leadership experience in an academic or healthcare setting with responsibility for programs, personnel, and resources Proven track record of management and leadership expertise resulting in quality, growth, cost, and employee/faculty engagement outcomes Experience and knowledge of nursing education, accreditation, and regulatory processes Demonstrated success supporting research, scholarship, or evidence-based practice Experience in teaching, mentoring, or academic program oversight Knowledge of nursing education, healthcare systems, and public health principles Knowledge of academic administration, accreditation, curriculum oversight, and faculty and staff affairs Skill in strategic planning, organizational leadership, and change management EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)