Sr. Associate Dean for Nursing

About Katz:

Located in the heart of New York City, Yeshiva University is a US News and World Report  Top 100 University, having moved up the rankings in the last three consecutive years to number 67.

The Katz School of Science and Health is Yeshiva University’s flagship school for STEM. We are research scientists, tech builders and patient-centered clinicians working on problems that matter. We focus on industry sectors that are central to the modern economy: Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Digital Media, and Fintech, as well as Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies and Speech-Language Pathology. 

Katz School faculty take an interdisciplinary approach to research and education, fostering the creativity, collaborative thinking and builder mindset required to take on today’s toughest problems. Over the last five years, we have launched ten master’s and doctoral programs with 92% graduation rates, 100% licensure pass rates, 95% post-graduation employment in high-paying careers, and students and alumni from over 30 countries. 

The Katz School is a close-knit community with a big network, nestled in the heart of a big city. We are global in reach, with faculty and students from across the United States and around the world—and also deeply embedded in New York City’s rich professional and social fabric. With a vibrant campus life and city at our fingertips, the Katz School is where bold, purpose-driven people come to create, connect and explore. Read about projects at Katz .

Position Summary:           

Yeshiva University’s Katz School seeks a dynamic Sr. Associate Dean to serve as academic and administrative lead for its nursing initiative. The Sr. Associate Dean will be responsible for establishing high-quality graduate and post-baccalaureate nursing programs from concept to accreditation to successful on-going operations, accreditation maintenance, and rankings.

Position Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Leading faculty recruitment, hiring, development, evaluation, and tenure support, and creating a culture of collegiality and shared governance
• Overseeing curriculum development, assessment, and continuous improvement
• Overseeing the successful development and ongoing operations of an on-campus clinic as well as all aspects of external clinical placements
• Overseeing program accreditation, academic and clinic policies, and assessment with commitment to continuous program improvement
• Overseeing student recruitment and selection with the expectation of significant program growth
• Ensuring student academic and professional success including licensure pass rates, clinical and practicum experiences, and job placement
• Promotes the use of educational technology, including simulation and on-line learning’ across the curriculum
• Teaming with Administrators and Faculty of other Yeshiva University Health Professional Programs to identify synergistic strategies and shared goals
• Establishing partnerships with local, regional, national, and international health and community organizations
• Developing grants, contracts, philanthropy, and research development
• Working with alumni, other supporters and university personnel to ensure fiscal support for the school
• Teaching two courses, some time over the academic year
• Managing budgets and resources

Experience & Educational Background:

• Earned doctorate in Nursing (e.g., PhD, EdD)
• Master’s Degree in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner preferred
• Minimum 10 years of documented experience; 5 years of leadership experience (e.g., Associate Dean; Dean);
• Distinguished record of clinical accomplishment, contributions to practice/treatment, grant development, and publication and 3 years nursing practice experience;
• Minimum of 3 years full-time teaching experience;
• Current RN licensure and registration in New York State

Skills & Competencies:

• Vision and commitment to enhance the visibility, reputation, and community contributions of the physician assistant program
• Excellence in teaching and graduate student mentorship
• Exceptional writing and presentation skills

About Us:        

Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more. 

We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations — Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve.  We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.

The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation in the University’s retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year and have access to a shuttle to nearby subway locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity:    

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.