Associate Dean Undergraduate Education

The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education to oversee our undergraduate program curriculum, student admissions, progression, outcomes, and faculty development. This position is responsible for BSN curricular activities and ensuring program compliance with state, regional, and national accreditation standards.

The Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education position is being offered in both tenured and non-tenured appointment tracks. Candidates may apply to the option that best aligns with their academic rank and career path. An anticipated start date of July 2026. The start date is negotiable. The position is located at the University Park campus.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. A startup package to support the successful candidates' research or scholarship program is negotiable.

• Provide strategic oversight and administration of undergraduate nursing programs across all campuses, ensuring academic quality and operational consistency.
• Lead curriculum development, evaluation, and continuous improvement to maintain alignment with accreditation and licensure standards.
• Ensure full compliance with state and national regulatory and accrediting bodies governing nursing education.
• Collaborate with Undergraduate Assistant Deans, Campus Directors, and Campus Administrators to recruit and retain highly qualified faculty.
• Supervise teaching faculty and staff, including hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Manage the procurement, renewal, and oversight of healthcare partnership agreements to support student clinical education needs.
• Coordinate clinical placements and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with healthcare facilities and community partners.
• Oversee and support the academic promotion process for non-tenure line teaching faculty within the college.

• Collaborate in the design and execution of strategic initiatives to recruit and retain high-caliber undergraduate nursing students.
• Provide leadership for student recruitment, retention, and success efforts across all campuses.
• Oversee the operations of the Student Success Center and the Simulation Laboratory to ensure they effectively support student learning, academic achievement, and clinical skill development. Monitor student academic progress and address concerns related to academics, compliances, and clinical performance.
• Participate in the review, development, and oversight of academic policies to ensure equitable and consistent application.
• Promote the nursing program across the Commonwealth through active student engagement, recruitment efforts, and outreach initiatives.
• Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with hospitals, clinics, educational institutions, and peer universities within the Commonwealth and beyond.

• Prepare, manage, and oversee the undergraduate nursing program budget to ensure efficient use of resources.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret program data to support ongoing evaluation, accreditation, and strategic planning efforts.
• Represent the undergraduate nursing program in college-wide and external meetings, serving as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate scheduling of courses and clinical rotations to optimize faculty workload, student needs, and clinical site availability.

• Ensure the undergraduate nursing program consistently meets or exceeds standards established by national and state accrediting and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare and submit required documentation for faculty approvals, curriculum changes, and licensure of graduates.
• Remain current with emerging educational technologies and pedagogical best…