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Associate Dean of Research and Global Engagement, Jefferson College of Nursing, Thomas Jefferson University

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health
United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
900 Walnut Street (Show on map)
Apr 11, 2025
Job Details The Associate Dean for Research and Global Engagement provides visionary leadership to advance the research and global mission of Jefferson College of Nursing (JCN). This role fosters an innovative and collaborative research environment, drives the expansion of externally funded research, and strengthens JCN's global academic and industry partnerships. The Associate Dean cultivates a culture of scientific inquiry and mentorship, supporting faculty in developing transformative research that addresses critical health challenges. Additionally, this position oversees the strategic development of international collaborations, ensuring JCN's faculty and students are engaged in globally impactful scholarship and academic exchange. The Associate Dean serves as JCN's primary research and global engagement advocate within Thomas Jefferson University and the broader academic and professional community. Essential Functions: * Establish and lead a robust research enterprise that aligns with JCN's strategic priorities and advances its national and international reputation. * Expand the college's portfolio of externally funded research through strategic grant acquisition and faculty mentorship in research development and grantsmanship. * Strengthen JCN's PhD in Nursing Program, collaborating with the PhD Program Director to enhance curriculum, research opportunities, and student success. * Foster interdisciplinary, interprofessional, and transdisciplinary research initiatives across Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Health, industry, and global partners. * Oversee and strategically direct the Office of Research and Global Engagement, ensuring a high impact research agenda and visibility through an enhanced digital presence. * Develop and manage the annual budget for the Office of Research and Global Engagement in collaboration with the Dean and Assistant Vice President of Business Planning. * Serve as a key liaison to university research and global engagement offices, including Research Administration, Institutional Advancement, and the Jefferson Center for Global Engagement. * Establish and maintain a centralized repository of faculty research activities, grant submissions, publications, and international collaborations. * Promote faculty engagement with national and international research sponsors, funding agencies, and scholarly organizations. * Ensure JCN faculty have access to critical research infrastructure, compliance resources, and development opportunities. * Represent JCN on university-wide research and global engagement committees/offices, contributing to institutional policies and strategic initiatives, including Jefferson's Research Administration Center of Excellence (RACE), Office of Human Research Protection (OHRP), Office of Research Support Services (ORSS), University Counsel, Office of Institutional Advancement (OIA), and Jefferson Center for Global Engagement. * Develop, implement, and assess strategic research and global engagement initiatives in alignment with JCN's mission and goals. * Foster a culture of research excellence through faculty mentorship, research training programs, and interdisciplinary collaboration. * Enhance JCN's global footprint through sustainable international partnerships, academic exchange programs, and collaborative research endeavors. * Communicate research and global engagement priorities effectively to internal and external stakeholders. * Engage with philanthropic and industry partners to secure additional research funding and sponsorship opportunities. * Perform additional responsibilities as required to advance JCN's research and global engagement agenda. * Provide exceptional service of the highest quality to all customers representing JCN's internal and external communities of interest. * Interact with co-workers, partners, visitors, and other staff consistent with the Jefferson values Job Description Qualifications: Educational /Training Requirements: Research doctorate (PhD) in nursing or related field. Research scholarship that aligns with Jefferson's strengths. Certificates, Licenses, and Registration: Eligibility for Pennsylvania registered nurse licensure Experience Requirements: * Established research program with a history of substantial external funding. * Strong peer-reviewed publication record. * Demonstrated success in fostering collaborative research partnerships across disciplines. * Experience teaching at the doctoral level. * Extensive experience mentoring faculty and doctoral students in research and scholarship, including as chair/member of dissertations and doctoral projects. * Academic leadership experience with expertise in research administration and faculty development. * Proven ability to develop and manage research initiatives and global engagement programs. * Relevant experience regarding development of faculty scholarship. * Demonstrated acumen with regard to research regulatory, budget development and grantsmanship. Review of applications to fill this position will begin immediately. Interested candidates should submit on-line application/CV; https://hr.jefferson.edu/careers.html Job ID # JR_ 9308636 Work Shift Workday Day (United States of America) Worker Sub Type Regular Primary Location Address 901 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years. Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.