Job description

About the University:

Manhattan University is nestled in the historic neighborhood or Riverdale, close to dozens of restaurants and shops as well as Van Cortlandt Park, and is only 35 minutes from midtown Manhattan. Manhattan University is nationally ranked and offers degree programs in the arts, business, education, engineering, and science. The University has approximately 2,900 full and part-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in over 50 fields of study. It is committed to excellence in teaching a diverse student body and preparing students for successful careers and fulfilling lives. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees and faculty members can thrive personally and professionally.

Position Description

Manhattan University invites nominations and applications for the position of Founding Dean of the School of Nursing. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a visionary, strategic, and innovative academic leader to establish and build a nationally respected School of Nursing in New York City, launching in Fall 2028, that will educate exceptional nurses who will become the next generation of healthcare leaders, advance the nursing profession, and serve as a trusted partner to the healthcare community.

As the inaugural academic leader of the School, the Founding Dean will have the unique opportunity to shape its vision, culture, academic programs, faculty, clinical partnerships, and reputation from its inception. Working collaboratively with the President, Provost, University leadership, faculty, trustees, and healthcare partners, the Founding Dean will create a School distinguished by academic excellence, innovation, student success, outstanding clinical preparation, and meaningful community engagement.

The successful candidate will be an accomplished academic leader with the intellectual curiosity, strategic vision, entrepreneurial spirit, and proven leadership ability necessary to build a new academic enterprise. The Founding Dean will possess a demonstrated commitment to excellence in nursing education, scholarship, clinical practice, and service, together with the ability to inspire others around a bold and compelling vision.

Founding opportunities of this magnitude are rare. The Founding Dean of the Manhattan University School of Nursing will have the privilege of building far more than a new academic unit. This leader will shape the culture, values, academic quality, partnerships, and reputation of a New York City School that aspires to national recognition for excellence in nursing education, innovation, scholarship, and service.

The Founding Dean will recruit the founding faculty, lead the School through NYSED approval and initial CCNE accreditation, establish enduring healthcare partnerships, guide development of a state-of-the-art Clinical Simulation and Experiential Learning Center, and create innovative academic programs that prepare exceptional nurses who will become the next generation of healthcare leaders.

Manhattan University is a leading Lasallian Catholic university located in the historic Riverdale section of the Bronx, New York. It has a long and distinguished history of instilling in students the knowledge, skills, and wisdom necessary for successful lives of authenticity and meaning.

An earned PhD in nursing or a closely related field from an accredited institution is required along with academic credentials and scholarly accomplishments appropriate for appointment at the rank of professor. A current, unencumbered New York State license as a Registered Professional Nurse, or eligibility to obtain such licensure promptly upon appointment, is also required.

For further information, please consult the full position description.

The salary range for this position will be $300,000-$325,000 annually.

Manhattan University is an E-Verify employer.

Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission.

Manhattan University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, partnership status, pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or expression, arrest or conviction record, criminal history, credit history, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, unemployment status and salary history. Manhattan University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. All interested, qualified persons are encouraged to apply.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Manhattan University is committed to ensuring equal access to its educational programs and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex/gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/partnership status, disability, age, citizenship status, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, caregiver status, credit history, arrest/conviction record, unemployment status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status. This policy adheres to the requirements of Title Seven, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Federal Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, and seeks to implement the objective and methods set forth in the Department of Labor. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Equal opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated cooperation from all members of the Manhattan University Community. We as a University Community must always demonstrate sensitivity and respect for our co-workers, colleagues, students, visitors and alumni…of diverse cultural background. All employees are expected to make every reasonable effort to carry out the Affirmative Action plans of the University. Historically, Manhattan University was founded by the Christian Brothers. Due to the significant shortage of Christian Brothers, Manhattan University gives special consideration to qualified Christian Brothers when filling vacant positions.

How to apply

Manhattan University has engaged Opus Partners to support this search. Kenna Boyd, Partner, Katie Dean, Senior Partner, and Marisea Rivera, Senior Associate, are leading the search, which will remain confidential until the final stage of campus visits. For additional information, to nominate qualified candidates, or to apply, please contact Marisea Rivera at [email protected].

Applications should include a current resume or CV, a cover letter addressing the position, and contact information for three professional references. References will be contacted only at the finalist stage and with prior notice.