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Baptist Health Sciences University · 7 hours ago

Academic Dean, College of Sciences & General Studies

Memphis, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Baptist Health Sciences University is seeking an Academic Dean for the College of Sciences & General Studies. The Dean will provide leadership in academic planning and resource management, oversee curriculum development, and foster excellence in teaching and scholarship while ensuring alignment with the University’s mission.

Higher Education

Hiring Manager

Raven S.

Responsibilities

Leads college strategy and planning, aligning short- and long-term goals with University initiatives and external workforce needs. Develops and implements college goals; monitors effectiveness; and drives continuous improvement

Supports enrollment management and student success, including recruitment, advising, retention, and progression policies. Collaborates with University leadership to promote program growth, market responsiveness, and seamless student pathways from general studies into professional health sciences programs

Oversees curriculum development and academic quality, ensuring programs meet student learning outcomes, accreditation standards (SACSCOC and other applicable professional bodies), and industry expectations. Promotes high-impact educational practices including innovation and digital transformation in teaching and learning, interprofessional education, and integration of faith, science, and service. Provides faculty leadership through recruiting, onboarding, mentoring, and evaluating faculty and staff. Supports faculty development in teaching, scholarship, and practice; oversees promotion and advancement processes; and fosters a collaborative, student-centered culture

Champions faculty participation in formal course review processes facilitated by the Center for Learning and Innovative Pedagogy to ensure continuous improvement of teaching and learning practices, alignment with institutional standards, and adoption of evidence-based instructional strategies

Manages college operations and resources, including academic scheduling, budget planning, capital requests, payroll, and technology needs. Allocates resources effectively to support innovation, equity, and instructional quality

Ensures compliance with all external requirements, including regional (SACSCOC), professional accrediting agencies, and regulatory bodies (e.g., Joint Commission, state requirements). Leads program reviews, assessment cycles, and accreditation reporting

Expands partnerships and community engagement by cultivating relationships with healthcare providers, educational institutions, and industry partners to support clinical placements, service-learning, and employment pipelines

Responsible for the department 24 hours/day, 7 days/week and for resolving issues which may occur at any time during the week

Performs related accountabilities as assigned or directed

Qualification

Doctorate in relevant fieldAcademic leadership experienceCurriculum design expertiseProgram accreditation experienceFaculty development skillsCommunity engagementGrant writingInterprofessional educationTechnology-enhanced learning

Required

Earned doctorate in a discipline related to the sciences, general studies, curriculum and instruction, educational administration/supervision, adult education, or closely related field from an accredited university

Proficiency in applying advanced concepts, principles, and techniques of learning theories, curriculum design, assessment, and educational practices at the associate, baccalaureate, and master's levels

Five (5) years of full-time college/university teaching experience

Five (5) years of progressive and significant academic leadership (program director, department chair, associate dean, or similar role) with oversight of multi-level programs

Demonstrated ability to supervise, develop, manage, evaluate, and promote faculty, staff, and academic/educational programs

Experience with program and institutional accreditation (e.g., SACSCOC and, as applicable, discipline-specific professional agencies)

Current license/certification to practice in the State of Tennessee, as appropriate to the individual's professional discipline

Preferred

Eight (8) years of progressive and significant leadership in higher education with a focus on sciences, general studies, or health sciences programs

Experience in curriculum innovation, including interprofessional education, high-impact practices, and technology-enhanced learning

Experience cultivating partnerships with healthcare providers, industry, or community organizations

Record of scholarly activity, grant writing, or securing external funding in support of academic programs

Current license/certification to practice in the State of Tennessee, as appropriate

Company

Baptist Health Sciences University

Baptist Health Sciences University prepares graduates for careers of service and leadership by providing a comprehensive health sciences education within an integrated environment of learning and Christian principles.

Founded in 1912

Memphis, Tennessee, US

51-200 employees