Assoc Dean for Research - Professor at University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida

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Associate Dean for Research - School of Nursing and Health Studies (SONHS)

The University of Miami (UM) School of Nursing and Health Studies (SONHS) seeks to hire an Associate Dean for Research. The successful candidate will be eligible for appointment at the rank of Full Professor tenured.

UM is one of the top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation and is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU)-a distinguished national organization comprised of only 3 percent of 4-year universities in the United States. UM strives for excellence and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.

The mission of SONHS is to transform lives and health care through education, research, innovation, and service across the hemisphere. Among nursing schools for FY24, the SONHS' scientific portfolio is ranked 16th in the nation for NIH funding. The School houses several notably ranked and accredited academic programs, including baccalaureate degrees in nursing science, public health, and the health sciences, as well as master's programs, post-master's certificates, and doctoral programs, including the PhD (Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Science) and DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice).

The Associate Dean for Research is responsible for leading the research and scholarship enterprise of the School of Nursing & Health Studies, and for the oversight of daily research operations. Works collaboratively with the SONHS Leadership and the faculty to ensure programs are of the highest quality and serve the mission of the SONHS and the University.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Oversee the research portfolio and infrastructure of the school.


• Coordinate research activities with Dean to support faculty and maintain research compliance requirements.


• Develop school's research portfolio and infrastructure support in areas of strategic importance to the school and university.


• Evaluate performance of tenure-line faculty.


• Collaborate with the Dean and Associate Deans to address faculty issues and concerns related to research advancement.


• Support faculty growth toward promotion, including achievement of tenure for probationary faculty.


• Support and assist the Dean in the implementation of the strategic plan.


• Assist the Dean and Development Officer with fundraising activities to support the school, programs, and students.


• Oversee research compliance, including IRB and quality assurance procedures.


• Represent the Dean and the SONHS at school, university, professional, and community events.

Qualification:

• PhD or other Doctorate Degree in Nursing or related field.


• Candidates must have an outstanding portfolio in advanced nursing research or related field, a distinguished record of scholarly achievement, publications, and experience mentoring students and early career faculty.


• Must have attained national, international professional recognition, and a level commensurate with tenure as a full professor.


• Experience with academic leadership.

Applicants must apply online. Please include your letter of interest highlighting background and leadership experience that is relevant for this position, curriculum vitae, two recent scientific publications, and three professional references. For questions regarding this position, please contact Ms. Vanessa Enrizo at venrizo@miami.edu. Applications for this position will be accepted until a candidate is identified.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

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