CHAIR, DEPARTMENT OF NURSING

 

As one of America’s finest institutions recognized for a long history in professional education, Temple University is well positioned to continue preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals. The College of Health Professions and Social Work has experienced significant academic expansion through the addition of distinguished researchers and educators, increased research and scholarly endeavors, and rising enrollment. As one of 16 schools/colleges within the University, the College of Health Professions and Social Work had the second largest sponsored project portfolio in 2011-2012, and has over 4,250 students and 152 full time faculty members. Three of the graduate programs in the College have been ranked among the top 50 of their type in the nation by U.S. News and World Report: Communication Sciences and Disorders, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy. The College is located on Temple’s Main Campus and the Health Science Center Campus, and is minutes from the culturally vibrant center of Philadelphia. There are 3 highly ranked academic healthcare systems with national acclaim in Philadelphia along with several research centers which provide a rich variety of clinical and research opportunities for students and faculty. In July 2012, Fox Chase Cancer Center – one of only 41 National Cancer Institute – designated comprehensive cancer centers in the U.S. - became part of Temple University Health System solidifying Temple’s position in cancer care and research. 

 

The Department of Nursing has 20-full time faculty members with expertise in community and public health, maternal-child nursing, acute care nursing, geriatrics, psychiatric-mental health, and health informatics. Academic programs include a Bachelor’s of Nursing Science with a focus on primary care and a Doctor of Nursing Practice Program (DNP) for advanced practitioners in adult and family care. Because of the University’s long standing in urban healthcare delivery, the department draws on a large array of clinical rotations to fulfill practicum requirements. Temple possesses a rich history of community service both locally and globally, and nursing faculty members have participated in international missions to Hanoi and Cameroon. Recently, the department was granted CCNE re-accreditation through 2022. 

 

The University is seeking an individual with a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, an established research program and commitment to mentorship. The Chair will sustain and enhance the high quality of academic programs developed by the department, build on the department’s existing programs that deliver clinical and education services in Philadelphia and surrounding communities, and increase the research vision of the department working closely with faculty to develop research and increase the number of publications and externally funded grant support. This individual will strategically plan for the future of the Department, manage an annual budget and engage in entrepreneurial endeavors. 

 

Applicants must possess vision, experience with grant writing and securing external funding, an understanding of the role of research in advancing the Department’s rankings, and strong interpersonal skills and commitment to creating a collaborative work environment that is entrepreneurial and encourages a team spirit. The ideal candidate will be expected to have an established program of research and a record of scholarship. Areas of expertise may include but are not limited to primary care, women’s health, adult mental health, adult acute care, gerontology, community/public health, health promotion and disease prevention, health informatics and health disparities. 

 

The Chair will possess a PhD or equivalent degree, preferably in Nursing. Applications are invited from related scholarly fields of study including Public Health, Health Studies, Health Informatics, Education, Psychology, Developmental Psychology and Physiology. Candidates must be MSN prepared. This individual will have successfully functioned in a leadership role at a university or as the equivalent in a health sciences setting, hospital, government agency or non-profit. Experience in university administration as evidenced by leadership roles on key committees will be considered.  

A full position description is available upon request.