UNLV School of Nursing Seeks Associate Dean of Research

Date postedMarch 5, 2025
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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Associate Professor or Professor/Associate Dean of Research, School of Nursing [R0146544].  

ROLE of the POSITION

This is a search for an Associate Professor or Professor/Associate Dean of Research within the School of Nursing (SON).

Primary responsibilities of an academic faculty appointment are to (1) teach nursing courses consistent with area of expertise; (2) collaborate with other faculty in course development; (3) use teaching resources, such as WebCampus/Canvas to foster learning; (4) provide student supervision; (5) participate in school, university, professional and community service activities; and, for tenure/tenure-track (6) engage in research leading to publications in quality, refereed journals; and (7) seek internal and external grant funds. Classes in the School of Nursing are offered year-round, using a trimester sequence.

Primary responsibilities as the Associate Dean of Research:

The Associate Dean of Research (ADR) works to advance the quality and integrity of the SON research programs by providing strategic vision, developing processes and procedures to support grant management and compliance processes. The ADR creates an environment that fosters research and scholarship productivity and provides consultation and technical assistance to faculty, staff, students, and partners in the development of research proposals to advance the school's mission. The Associate Dean of Research is responsible for providing overall leadership and oversight for matters related to research innovation, compliance, and advancement.

Primary duties and responsibilities will be focused on, but are not limited to, the following areas:

  • Provides leadership in facilitating research to establish and achieve a dynamic research vision.

  • Maintains and builds a wide network of professional contacts within the professional research community locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally to foster collaboration and participation in inter- and intra-disciplinary activities.

  • Oversees the operations and personnel of the Office of Research and Scholarship.

  • Mentors tenure track faculty in developing and funding sustainable programs of research.

  • Coordinates faculty workshops and development related to research and scholarship skills.

  • Facilitates new and existing academic-clinical research partnerships. Fosters collaborative interdisciplinary research associations.

  • Oversees consultation on research design, methods, and statistics in the development of research projects and on data management and analyses for funded projects and non-funded research.

  • Offers recommendations to the Dean and Executive Council to advance the research mission of the School.

  • Collaborates with PhD and DNP Directors to identify, develop and implement research opportunities and support for doctoral students.

  • Represents the SON on University committees, task forces, and work groups as well as to other institutions, associations, and interests.

Vaccination Mandate Policy

This position is considered a healthcare worker and must follow the federal COVID-19 vaccine requirement by providing  proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious waiver on file with Human Resources before their start date. Questions regarding the federal requirement may be sent to hrvax@unlv.edu.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The individual must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience and must hold a doctorate in nursing or a related field from an accredited College or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). The individual must also hold or be qualified to hold a Nevada RN license and if selected applicant is subject to a one-time background check.

Faculty rank will be dependent upon educational credentials, terminal degree, experience, and scholarly achievement. Based on UNLV School of Nursing criteria and review. NOTE: The senior level nursing faculty member must possess a record of extensive scholarly achievement (e.g., publications, grant funding as PI).

  • Associate Professor or Professor (tenured): terminal degree, research activity, and a record of extensive scholarly achievement.

Credentials must be obtained prior to the start of employment.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY 

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

  • Competitive total rewards package including:

    • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays

    • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision

    • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

  • No state income tax

  • Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools

  • Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on 03/15/25.

Materials should be addressed to Jinyoung Kim, Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, <R0146544> in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both. 

Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEGORY

Academic Faculty

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted.

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.  

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified,  HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. 

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.  

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.  

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.

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