Associate Dean, Health Sciences & Director, School Of Nursing Faculty Of Health Sciences - Hami...

Position Overview

Associate Dean, Health Sciences & Director, School of Nursing – Faculty of Health Sciences, Hamilton, ON

McMaster University’s School of Nursing is internationally renowned for its innovation in nursing education and research. The School is committed to developing and enhancing capacity for education and research across the globe while delivering high‑quality, responsive, and student‑centered programs. It is one of Canada’s most research‑intensive schools of nursing and an active partner in the Faculty of Health Sciences Indigenous Health Initiative.

McMaster University ranks in the Top 100 worldwide, with research intensity twice the national average. The Faculty of Health Sciences pioneered problem‑based learning in Canada and offers interdisciplinary collaboration across health professions. The Faculty holds over $133 million in research funding, making it one of Canada’s most research‑intensive universities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide academic and administrative oversight of the School’s educational, research, financial, and clinical activities.
• Serve as Director of the McMaster‑Mohawk‑Conestoga Nursing Consortium.
• Act as a key member of the Faculty Executive Council, overseeing faculty‑wide issues.
• Lead strategic initiatives, champion change and innovation, and foster a cohesive, enthusiastic community of faculty, staff, and students.

Qualifications

• PhD in nursing or a related discipline.
• Record of excellence in academic and clinical leadership.
• Eligibility for licensing as a Registered Nurse in Ontario.
• Internationally recognized scholar and strategic leader with a vision for advancing the School’s mission.

Location & Start Date

McMaster is located in Hamilton, a vibrant city of 500,000 people with a relaxed, culturally diverse atmosphere and excellent public schools. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy local hiking, climbing, and mountain biking. The ideal start date for this position is July 1, 2018.

Application & Contact

Applications will be accepted immediately and will continue until the new Associate Dean and Director is appointed. Please address all applications or inquiries to View email address on ca.hrm.tc, with “McMaster Nursing” in the subject line.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. The University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. Each application must include one of the following statements: “Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada” or “No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada”.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

McMaster University is committed to employment equity. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. The University welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Métis, Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ persons. Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact Boyden at View email address on ca.hrm.tc to communicate accommodation.

Indigenous Community Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity.

Applicant Notification

We thank all applicants for their interest;
however, only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.

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