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Working/Functional Title

Special Advisor to the Dean

Position Summary

Michigan State University College of Nursing invites applications for the position of Special Advisor to the Dean.  This is an annual year, fixed-term faculty position with rank based on education and experience.  The Special Advisor to the Dean position will provide leadership for developing and executing strategies for College-wide projects and initiatives.  The incumbent will advise the Dean on matters of College-wide importance, development alternative strategies that are in alignment with the College's strategic plan and budget, and coordinate project development and implementation with the College of Nursing leadership team.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Nursing or related field

Desired Degree

Doctorate

Minimum Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing or related field
• If RN, unrestricted RN license without probationary status (or eligible)
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience

Desired Qualifications

• DNP, or PhD in Nursing or related field
• Advanced knowledge of organizational processes, protocols and procedures
• Excellent consulting, relationship building and strategic thinking skills
• Ability to generate innovative ideas, work independently, establish goals and priorities in the development of programs, plan and complete projects on time under conditions of fluctuating workload
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and collaborative partnerships with internal and external constituents
• Ability to deal with sensitive and highly confidential information and skill in handling sensitive situations with discretion

Required Application Materials

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae
• Name and contact information of three references

Special Instructions

Address letter of interest, curriculum vitae and three references to:  Dean of the College of Nursing, Dr. Randolph Rasch

Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2021 and continue until the position is filled.

Review of Applications Begins On

03/01/2021

Website

nursing.msu.edu

Department Statement

The College of Nursing is committed to the land grant philosophy and our relationship with the community.  We are busy working to achieve our strategic priorities in the areas of:

• Teaching
• Research
• Practice
• Community Outreach

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.