Assistant Dean, Online-MSN Specialty Tracks

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.

Are you a detail-oriented academic leader with a passion for student success and operational excellence? We’re seeking an Assistant Dean to join our academic leadership team—someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is ready to make a meaningful impact by overseeing practicum application processes and supporting academic operations.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Practicum Oversight: Manage the end-to-end review and approval process for student practicum applications, ensuring alignment with academic standards, regulatory requirements, and program timelines.
• Ensure Compliance: Collaborate with academic and clinical teams to maintain documentation accuracy, site eligibility, and student readiness for practicum placements.
• Support Faculty & Curriculum Delivery: Provide operational support to faculty and academic departments to ensure consistent, high-quality instruction and student engagement.
• Drive Student Success: Partner with Student Services to resolve practicum-related issues, support student progression, and enhance the overall practicum experience.
• Coordinate Academic Operations: Assist in planning and executing academic initiatives, including course scheduling, curriculum updates, and accreditation support.
• Foster Collaboration: Lead or participate in cross-functional meetings to streamline practicum workflows and improve communication between departments.
• Leverage Data: Analyze practicum metrics and student feedback to inform process improvements and ensure timely placements.
• Champion Innovation: Contribute to the development of new systems and tools that enhance practicum coordination and academic support services.

Education:

• Doctoral degree (DNP or PhD) in Nursing required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of teaching or training experience at the baccalaureate level or higher.
• At least 1 year of online teaching experience.
• Previous leadership experience in an academic or clinical training environment.
• Experience in clinical coordination and a strong understanding of accreditation and regulatory requirements.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and online instructional technologies.
• Strong organizational, time management, and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal and conflict resolution abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate with faculty, students, and staff across all levels.
• Customer service-oriented with a strong commitment to student success.
• Comfortable using a variety of technology platforms and tools to support academic operations.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current, active licensure and/or certification required in fields where professional practice mandates it.

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