Saint Mary's College
Director of the Department of Nursing Science (DNS) and holder of the Marjorie A
Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, Indiana, us, 46556
Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, Indiana, is pleased to invite applications for the position of Director of the Department of Nursing Science (DNS) and holder of the Marjorie A. Neuhoff Endowed Chair in Nursing. We seek an innovative and visionary leader to guide our fully accredited (CCNE) professional nursing programs at the undergraduate (BSN) and graduate (MSN and DNP) levels within a vibrant, mission-driven, and student-centered environment.
The Director serves in a 12-month position as the DNS’s academic and administrative leader and chair, with a start date of July 2025. This role requires an individual eligible for a tenured appointment at the rank of associate or full professor. The endowed chair position involves advancing the DNS through strategic initiatives, academic leadership and scholarly activities, mentorship and resource development, and institutional and community representation. This individual will work collaboratively with the program directors and chairs across campus departments and within the Division of Integrated Health & Human Sciences.
Responsibilities
Represent the department to senior administration, the Board of Trustees, the Provost, the Dean of Graduate Studies, the Division Director, and other College departments and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with faculty and departmental committees by providing oversight and consultation on program admission, progression, and graduation; student advising; student affairs activities; curriculum development and assessment; continuous program evaluation and improvement; and departmental-related duties and policies.
Foster a culture of transparency, collegiality, civility, and open communication.
Oversee departmental administration, ensuring alignment with departmental mission and philosophy, College mission, and established policies.
Maintain oversight of continued accreditation and other state regulations.
Responsible for academic policies that meet accreditation standards and governmental regulations.
Expand collaborative initiatives and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders with a commitment to interprofessional and interdisciplinary education.
Mentor faculty and staff, conduct annual performance reviews, and support recruitment and retention efforts.
Manage departmental financial affairs, including budgeting, grants, and gifts.
Coordinate and recommend program innovations, recognizing complex future trends in higher education, professional practice, and healthcare systems.
Teach within the curriculum as appropriate.
Qualifications
Applicants must possess or be eligible to obtain nursing licensure in Indiana.
Doctoral-level degree (PhD, EdD, or DNP) is required, APRN is preferred. If the doctoral degree is in a field other than nursing, a master’s degree in nursing is required.
APRN candidates must have a board certification with current clinical practice experience.
Experience in nursing education at both undergraduate and graduate levels, with demonstrated leadership in academic settings.
Commitment to the College’s mission and values, including diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
Demonstrated expertise in mentoring faculty, program development, implementing evidence-based teaching methods, and using the latest technology.
Evidence of scholarly contributions that meet the standards for a tenured appointment.
Demonstrated commitment to advancing nursing education through advocacy and collaboration with healthcare clinical affiliates and community partners.
Application Instructions To apply, please submit (1) a cover letter, (2) a CV, (3) a statement that demonstrates your understanding of the importance of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in academia including evidence of your current contributions and plans for advancing this work at Saint Mary’s College, and (4) a philosophy of teaching and leadership in nursing. Letters of recommendation will be solicited at a later date.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Saint Mary’s College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, in keeping with the College’s mission, Saint Mary’s is committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity at all levels – students, faculty, and staff – and seeks applications from candidates who share this commitment.
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The Director serves in a 12-month position as the DNS’s academic and administrative leader and chair, with a start date of July 2025. This role requires an individual eligible for a tenured appointment at the rank of associate or full professor. The endowed chair position involves advancing the DNS through strategic initiatives, academic leadership and scholarly activities, mentorship and resource development, and institutional and community representation. This individual will work collaboratively with the program directors and chairs across campus departments and within the Division of Integrated Health & Human Sciences.
Responsibilities
Represent the department to senior administration, the Board of Trustees, the Provost, the Dean of Graduate Studies, the Division Director, and other College departments and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with faculty and departmental committees by providing oversight and consultation on program admission, progression, and graduation; student advising; student affairs activities; curriculum development and assessment; continuous program evaluation and improvement; and departmental-related duties and policies.
Foster a culture of transparency, collegiality, civility, and open communication.
Oversee departmental administration, ensuring alignment with departmental mission and philosophy, College mission, and established policies.
Maintain oversight of continued accreditation and other state regulations.
Responsible for academic policies that meet accreditation standards and governmental regulations.
Expand collaborative initiatives and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders with a commitment to interprofessional and interdisciplinary education.
Mentor faculty and staff, conduct annual performance reviews, and support recruitment and retention efforts.
Manage departmental financial affairs, including budgeting, grants, and gifts.
Coordinate and recommend program innovations, recognizing complex future trends in higher education, professional practice, and healthcare systems.
Teach within the curriculum as appropriate.
Qualifications
Applicants must possess or be eligible to obtain nursing licensure in Indiana.
Doctoral-level degree (PhD, EdD, or DNP) is required, APRN is preferred. If the doctoral degree is in a field other than nursing, a master’s degree in nursing is required.
APRN candidates must have a board certification with current clinical practice experience.
Experience in nursing education at both undergraduate and graduate levels, with demonstrated leadership in academic settings.
Commitment to the College’s mission and values, including diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
Demonstrated expertise in mentoring faculty, program development, implementing evidence-based teaching methods, and using the latest technology.
Evidence of scholarly contributions that meet the standards for a tenured appointment.
Demonstrated commitment to advancing nursing education through advocacy and collaboration with healthcare clinical affiliates and community partners.
Application Instructions To apply, please submit (1) a cover letter, (2) a CV, (3) a statement that demonstrates your understanding of the importance of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in academia including evidence of your current contributions and plans for advancing this work at Saint Mary’s College, and (4) a philosophy of teaching and leadership in nursing. Letters of recommendation will be solicited at a later date.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Saint Mary’s College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, in keeping with the College’s mission, Saint Mary’s is committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity at all levels – students, faculty, and staff – and seeks applications from candidates who share this commitment.
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