Associate Dean of Graduate Programs, College of Nursing

Associate Dean of Graduate Programs, College of Nursing GRA-0234

University of Rhode Island Providence, Rhode Island

The University of Rhode Island (URI) is a diverse and dynamic community whose members are connected by a common quest for excellence and knowledge. The University’s commitment to creating transformative impact, both locally and globally, is redefining the role of a traditional flagship research institution.

As a Carnegie R1 institution, the University of Rhode Island was ranked the No. 1 public university in New England and the 35th-best public university nationally in the most recent rankings released by the Wall Street Journal.

URI’s College of Nursing is a nationally recognized leader in nursing education, research, and community engagement. Through innovative programs and strong clinical partnerships, the College of Nursing prepares compassionate, competent, skilled, forward-thinking professional nurses to meet evolving health care needs locally and globally. Our commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, health equity, and evidence-based practice drives impactful partnerships that advance nursing science and improve patient outcomes across diverse populations.

The College of Nursing is seeking an Associate Dean for Graduate programs. As a member of the College Administrative Leadership Team, the Associate Dean provides leadership in the development, planning, analysis, and administration of Graduate Programs. We welcome candidates that hold a Ph.D. and demonstrate achievement in teaching, scholarship, and service commensurate with appointment at the rank of Professor at URI, with eligibility for tenure.

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching at the graduate level and possess strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. A proven ability to work collaboratively, along with supervisory experience, is required. Familiarity with accreditation standards and regulations relevant to graduate nursing education is also essential.

This position will be based in Providence, Rhode Island. The salary range for this role is $190,000 - $225,000 USD.

• URI offers a full benefits package through the State of Rhode Island including BCBS Anchor medical.
• The college tuition waiver will also be available for this position.

URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. In furtherance of its mission to serve and support all learners as the state’s public flagship university, URI continues to expand efforts to recruit and retain a broadly representative workforce as well as to regularly evaluate the effectiveness of those efforts.