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About Chamberlain University
Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 locations and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our College of Health Professions offers online options with a Master of Public Health degree, Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree. Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Adtalem Global Education, at www.chamberlain.edu.
There is one very significant way Chamberlain is different than other Universities - Chamberlain Care®. Healthcare education is offered in a culture of service excellence and care in four ways: care for self, care for colleagues, care for patients/clients, care for all. By living Chamberlain Care®, we’ve built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.
Chamberlain Care® is the guiding principle we provide to each other and to our students to help our students achieve their goals, reach their dreams and impact healthcare at a national level.
If you’re ready to live Chamberlain Care®, we invite you to apply today!
We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Job Description
Are you a passionate educator and leader ready to make a meaningful impact in higher education? We’re looking for an inspiring Assistant Dean to join our academic leadership team and help shape the future of student success and faculty excellence.
In this role, you’ll lead with purpose—supporting faculty, enhancing curriculum delivery, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You’ll be instrumental in ensuring our programs are delivered with consistency, quality, and care, all while helping students thrive.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and Inspire: Provide strategic guidance and day-to-day support to faculty, ensuring high-quality instruction and student engagement.
- Recruit and Develop Talent: Partner with Talent Acquisition to recruit, hire, and onboard exceptional faculty. Deliver impactful orientation and ongoing professional development.
- Coach for Success: Offer regular feedback, mentorship, and performance evaluations to help faculty grow and excel.
- Ensure Academic Excellence: Monitor course quality, faculty credentials, and compliance with academic standards and accreditation requirements.
- Support Student Outcomes: Collaborate with Student Services to address student concerns, promote retention, and resolve academic issues.
- Foster Collaboration: Lead regular faculty meetings, encourage open communication, and support curriculum planning and evaluation.
- Leverage Data: Collect and analyze key metrics to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement.
- Champion Innovation: Contribute to academic planning, budgeting, and the implementation of new initiatives that enhance the student and faculty experience.
Qualifications
Education:
- Graduate degree in the program field (required for graduate programs)
- Master’s degree in the program field (required for undergraduate programs)
Experience:
- 2+ years in education, training, or staff development at the baccalaureate level or higher
- 1+ year of online teaching experience
- Previous leadership experience in an academic or training environment
Skills & Competencies:
- Proficiency with online instructional technology and Microsoft Office
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, time management, and conflict resolution abilities
- Ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate with faculty, students, and staff at all levels
- A strong customer service orientation and commitment to student success
- Comfort with using a variety of technology platforms and tools
Licensure/Certification:
- In programs requiring licensure or certification for practice, the appropriate license and/or certification is required
Additional Information
In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $70,696.34 and $127,957.05. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.
Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
- Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
- 12 Paid Holidays
For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits.
Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation
