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Assistant Dean of Doctoral Studies-School of Nursing


Company: George Mason University

Pay:
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Location

Fairfax, Virginia
United States

Job Description:

George Mason University, College of Health and Human Services, School of Nursing is seeking an Assistant Dean for Doctoral Studies. This tenured position is available for the fall of 2009. George Mason University is a dynamic and growing university, recently named by U.S. News & World Report as the number one national university to watch on its list of "Up-and-Coming Schools." Mason was cited as a school that has recently made the most promising and innovative changes in academics, faculty, students, campus or facilities.

This is an exciting nursing leadership opportunity. The new Assistant Dean will help set the direction for the future of doctoral studies in the school. A new D.N.P. (Doctor of Nursing Practice) program is planned to complement the Ph.D. program that currently boasts over 50 students, with 13 graduates in the spring of 2009. Applicants are expected to have a defined research focus and potential for securing extramural funding. Research agendas that link with current initiatives and research teams in palliative care, disability and chronic illness, obesity/nutrition, emergency preparedness, forensic nursing, vulnerable populations, and gerontology are particularly desirable. Although prior experience in higher education is not required, the successful candidate will have a record of scholarship and evidence of teaching ability consistent with the rank of tenured Full Professor at a research university.
Required: Applicant must be a registered nurse with a doctorate in nursing (Ph.D., D.N.S. or D.N.P.), and a record of publications and history of extramural funding consistent with tenure at the rank of Full Professor.

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The university is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty and staff. Women and minority candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. Questions may be directed to Mimi Mahon, Ph.D., A.P.R.N., F.A.A.N. and Chair of the Search Committee at: mmahon@gmu.edu or call 703-993-1932. Applicants should apply for position F8652z at http://jobs.gmu.edu/. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The position will be open until filled.

 

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