Dean of Academic Affairs - Nursing

About Chamberlain University

With more than 135 years of history in healthcare education, Chamberlain University is the largest nursing school in the country. We are committed to delivering a high-value education that prepares students to thrive as healthcare professionals. This commitment is known as Chamberlain Care®—our dedication to providing students with the tools and resources to succeed while immersed in a community of care. By living Chamberlain Care®, we graduate healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.

Chamberlain is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. We are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

About the Role

Empowering. Influential. Inspiring. Passionate. These are the leadership traits that define our future Dean, Academic Affairs (Nursing).

Based at our Irving Campus, this role provides academic leadership and strategic oversight for both our Daytime and Evening & Weekend nursing programs. As the academic leader, you will shape the vision, ensure excellence in delivery, and provide continuity across programs—driving student success while fostering a culture of care, accountability, and innovation.

You will oversee the management, quality, and performance of the nursing academic portfolio, building and empowering a high-performing faculty and academic support team. This role ensures curricula remain current, rigorously delivered, and aligned with institutional objectives, accreditation standards, and workforce needs—while leveraging data-informed strategies to elevate student outcomes. Your day-to-day will involve embedding Chamberlain Care® principles into academic operations, serving as a trusted liaison to internal stakeholders and community partners, and leading program growth with agility.

Our Culture and Values

We strive to create an environment where Chamberlain Care® and Covista culture expectations are embedded in every academic operation and faculty practice. We believe in working as one team, collaborating closely with the Executive Director, Associate Deans, and peers to support academic and business outcomes. Our culture prioritizes ethical leadership, accountability, and the celebration of individual and team success.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Chamberlain University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.