Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Teaching Excellence
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Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Teaching Excellence
The Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Teaching Excellence is a key leadership position within KCON, responsible for advancing the academic and professional development of both tenure-track and affiliate faculty members. This role is pivotal in promoting a culture of teaching excellence, faculty engagement and welfare, and academic achievement. The Associate Dean will oversee faculty affairs, including faculty recruitment, evaluation, and development, and will lead initiatives to enhance teaching quality and pedagogical innovation across the College. They will also provide oversight for DEIB initiatives for KCON. This is a 1.0 FTE 12-Month appointment with appointment with at least 3 credits of teaching per academic year.
Qualifications:
- Earned doctorate (PhD, DNP, EdD or equivalent) in a relevant field (e.g., education, academic administration, nursing, etc.).
- A strong record of scholarship and teaching excellence with tenure or eligibility for tenure at GVSU.
- At least 5 years of experience in higher education, with a demonstrated track record in faculty development, teaching, scholarship, service, and academic leadership.
- Proven ability to manage complex faculty affairs, including tenure and promotion processes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated excellent pedagogical skills and expertise.
- Experience in designing and implementing faculty development programs focused on teaching excellence.
- Knowledge of current trends and best practices in nursing education and faculty development.
Salary: Minimum starting salary of $138,000, commensurate with experience
Please include the following in your application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- A cover letter addressing how you meet the qualifications for this position, your motivation to work at GVSU, and your commitment to inclusion with examples of addressing diversity, inclusion, and equity in your work
- Unofficial Transcripts
The online application will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If assistance is needed with the online application, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215. Information or questions regarding the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Katherine Moran at morakath@gvsu.edu.
Application Deadline: Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and the posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
- Posted On
- 3/20/2025
- Job Type
- Associate's Colleges
Associate or Assistant Dean/Director - School/Institution
- Grand Valley State University
- Job Location
- Grand Rapids, MI