Vice Dean and Director, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Ohio State University

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

The Ohio State University College of Medicine seeks a Vice Dean and Director to provide innovative, visionary, and collaborative leadership for its School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. Across OSU campuses, growth, energy, and investment are evident in every aspect of the tripartite mission, and a culture of transformation is pervasive. The $3 billion expansion of The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Wexner Medical Center successfully delivered a new hospital tower, the Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Center, and a comprehensive Innovation District on West Campus to bolster interdisciplinary research.

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) is one of the most comprehensive health science leaders in the nation and part of the top-ranked OSU College of Medicine (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Established in 1966, the School prepares students for elite careers in the healthcare professions. It offers a variety of degree programs and tracks to suit individual interests and abilities. With 124 faculty and 54 staff, SHRS is organized into nine divisions serving 3,379 graduate and undergraduate students through 23 academic programs.

Many of the School’s programs are nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report, including the Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) at #4, the Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) at #9, and the Online Health Science Program at #5. Our graduates remain in high demand, boasting robust career paths and exceptional success in graduate school placement.

The Ohio State University College of Medicine seeks a Vice Dean/Director to provide innovative, visionary, and collaborative leadership for its School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. Across OSU campuses, growth, energy, and investment are evident in every aspect of the tripartite mission, and a culture of transformation is pervasive. The $3 billion expansion of The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Wexner Medical Center successfully delivered a new hospital tower, the Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Center, and a comprehensive Innovation District on West Campus to bolster interdisciplinary research.

The Vice Dean and Director serves as the chief executive and academic leader of SHRS, responsible for strategic vision, financial stewardship, organizational effectiveness, student success, and the recruitment, development, and retention of faculty and staff. This leader will advance SHRS as a global force in health sciences by leveraging expanded campus infrastructure to drive innovation in research, education, and clinical practice, while defining a forward‑looking vision that responds to the evolving landscape of healthcare, education, and rehabilitation science.

The role requires active engagement with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and partners across the College of Medicine, Health Sciences Colleges, the University, and the broader community.

The Director will guide faculty and staff in curriculum development, outreach, operations, and governance; champion scholarly activity; and collaborate with the University to strengthen interprofessional education that transforms clinical practice. The ideal candidate is a dedicated educator and recognized scholar whose expertise aligns with the School’s programs and who brings experience advancing research, educational initiatives, and community engagement—particularly in ways that support marginalized and underserved populations.

• Define a forward-looking vision that positions SHRS as a national leader, integrating its pioneering spirit in online education with its commitment to academic rigor.
• Anticipate and respond to rapid changes in healthcare delivery, technology, and policy, ensuring the School remains at the forefront of the dynamic academic landscape.
• Serve on the Dean’s Cabinet and College Leadership Team to align School initiatives with university-wide priorities.
• Define a distinctive identity for SHRS that prioritizes programmatic offerings and research with the greatest potential for societal impact and distinction.