University of North Carolina Charlotte
Director - School of Nursing
University of North Carolina Charlotte, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Director – School of Nursing
Job Title: Director – School of Nursing at UNC Charlotte
Position Information
Position Number: 004761
Working Title: Director – School of Nursing
Classification Title: Department Chair/Director
College: College of Health & Human Services (Col)
Department: School of Nursing
Position Designation: Faculty
Employment Type: Permanent – Full-time
Months per year: 12
Vacancy Open to: All Candidates
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Open Date: 11/24/2025
Proposed Hire Date: 07/01/2026
Status: Open (closing date not specified)
Description of Work The Director will be responsible for the daily operation of the School of Nursing and its programs, promoting excellence through leadership, mentoring, and vision. Responsibilities include professional duties requiring leadership and mentoring of faculty, administrative expertise to include vision, long‑term and short‑term planning, decision‑making, and coordination of instruction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities The administrator must have a strong ability to build a faculty and staff committed to preparing a diverse workforce, extend educational opportunities to students from all backgrounds, and engage communities of interest to strengthen partnerships with healthcare systems and clinical partners. They will recruit, support, and retain faculty; collaborate across disciplines; promote nursing research, education, and service; conduct program evaluation and accreditation; expand programming; build external partnerships; and lead development initiatives. This is a full‑time administrative position.
Minimum Experience/Education UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to an earned doctorate or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline.
Preferred Education, Skills and Experience
Eligible for RN licensure in North Carolina.
Graduate degree in nursing and a PhD in nursing or a closely related field; preference for PhD in Nursing.
Eligibility for appointment as a tenured professor.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience in curricular evaluation and accreditation.
Significant experience in nursing leadership, education, and practice.
Outstanding record of scholarship.
Demonstrated commitment to building a strong community across academic silos.
Skills in managing financial resources, personnel, contracts, agreements, and cohort expansion.
Faculty development and retention, curriculum development, course schedule planning, and budget development.
Ability to articulate a vision and strategic direction for academic programs.
Necessary Licenses / Certifications PhD in Nursing or related field and eligibility for RN licensure in North Carolina.
Application Instructions Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.charlotte.edu by
January 5, 2026 . The application package should include:
Cover letter outlining suitability for the Director position based on past leadership roles, including management, budgetary, and administrative experience.
Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Two‑page statement outlining your approach to academic leadership and vision for education, research, and community engagement at UNC Charlotte.
Name and contact information for at least three references.
For specific questions, contact the Search Committee Chair via email at kjason@charlotte.edu. Hiring is subject to budget availability.
EEO Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Position Information
Position Number: 004761
Working Title: Director – School of Nursing
Classification Title: Department Chair/Director
College: College of Health & Human Services (Col)
Department: School of Nursing
Position Designation: Faculty
Employment Type: Permanent – Full-time
Months per year: 12
Vacancy Open to: All Candidates
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Open Date: 11/24/2025
Proposed Hire Date: 07/01/2026
Status: Open (closing date not specified)
Description of Work The Director will be responsible for the daily operation of the School of Nursing and its programs, promoting excellence through leadership, mentoring, and vision. Responsibilities include professional duties requiring leadership and mentoring of faculty, administrative expertise to include vision, long‑term and short‑term planning, decision‑making, and coordination of instruction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities The administrator must have a strong ability to build a faculty and staff committed to preparing a diverse workforce, extend educational opportunities to students from all backgrounds, and engage communities of interest to strengthen partnerships with healthcare systems and clinical partners. They will recruit, support, and retain faculty; collaborate across disciplines; promote nursing research, education, and service; conduct program evaluation and accreditation; expand programming; build external partnerships; and lead development initiatives. This is a full‑time administrative position.
Minimum Experience/Education UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to an earned doctorate or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline.
Preferred Education, Skills and Experience
Eligible for RN licensure in North Carolina.
Graduate degree in nursing and a PhD in nursing or a closely related field; preference for PhD in Nursing.
Eligibility for appointment as a tenured professor.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience in curricular evaluation and accreditation.
Significant experience in nursing leadership, education, and practice.
Outstanding record of scholarship.
Demonstrated commitment to building a strong community across academic silos.
Skills in managing financial resources, personnel, contracts, agreements, and cohort expansion.
Faculty development and retention, curriculum development, course schedule planning, and budget development.
Ability to articulate a vision and strategic direction for academic programs.
Necessary Licenses / Certifications PhD in Nursing or related field and eligibility for RN licensure in North Carolina.
Application Instructions Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.charlotte.edu by
January 5, 2026 . The application package should include:
Cover letter outlining suitability for the Director position based on past leadership roles, including management, budgetary, and administrative experience.
Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Two‑page statement outlining your approach to academic leadership and vision for education, research, and community engagement at UNC Charlotte.
Name and contact information for at least three references.
For specific questions, contact the Search Committee Chair via email at kjason@charlotte.edu. Hiring is subject to budget availability.
EEO Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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