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Texas Christian University invites applications and nominations for the Marilyn & Morgan Davies Dean of the Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences.

Reporting to the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and serving as the chief academic officer of the College, the Dean will build upon an established and very successful nursing and health science enterprise, leading its next exciting phase of growth and development. The Dean will provide strategic vision and operational leadership to each of the College’s academic and scholarly programs, setting priorities for the College and guiding it toward strategic goals of enhancing and promoting research, community engaged scholarship, and excellence in undergraduate, graduate, and professional education with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and stakeholders. The Dean is the College’s chief advocate and steward, promoting its goals and achievements, leading its development and fundraising activities, and speaking for its mission of excellence in scholarship, teaching, and service. Supporting TCU’s research mission, the Dean will advance the scholarly activities of the faculty, including interdisciplinary opportunities and external collaborations. The successful candidate will be a collegial, nationally recognized, and entrepreneurial leader prepared to advance the mission of the College and to support and sustain a large number of existing areas of innovation including several new programs currently in development. Information about Harris College can be found online at www.harriscollege.tcu.edu

How to Inquire, Nominate, or Apply
TCU has retained the services of Dr. Josh Ward at the executive search firm Korn Ferry. Applicants should submit an up-to-date and detailed curriculum vitae, as well as a letter of interest (2-4 pages) describing why you are interested in becoming the next Marilyn & Morgan Davies Dean of the Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences at TCU, why you would be successful based on your professional and/or lived experience, and why now is a good time for you to consider this opportunity. For priority consideration, please submit all inquiries, nominations, and application materials by January 2, 2026. Your CV and letter of interest (in separate PDFs) should be sent via e-mail directly to:

Josh Ward, PhD
Senior Client Partner
Higher Education | Academic Medicine | Law
Korn Ferry
(405) 640-3994
Josh.Ward@KornFerry.com

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.

 

 

Posted On

10/16/2025

Job Type

Dean/Director

School/Institution

Texas Christian University

Job Location

Fort Worth, TX