Employment opportunities
The Ohio State University College of Nursing is seeking candidates for the following positions:
Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Educational Innovation
Associate Dean for Research and Transdisciplinary Scholarship
Nursing Postdoctoral Fellowship In Cancer Health Disparities
Institution
The Ohio State University College of Nursing has embarked on a new and exciting era of excellence, led by Associate Vice President for Health Promotion, University Chief Wellness Officer, and Dean of the College of Nursing Dr. Bernadette Melnyk. Under her leadership, the college is engaged in bold new strategic initiatives to lead cutting-edge transdisciplinary research, innovative academic programming and NP-led health and wellness centers. The college is located on the largest health sciences campus in the country and is one of seven health science colleges at Ohio State with outstanding collaborations with the world-renowned Wexner Medical Center and the James Comprehensive Cancer Center. The college offers robust PhD and DNP programs, several outstanding master’s programs, a second degree graduate entry program, a traditional baccalaureate program and is moving toward offering interprofessional degrees.
Faculty and students in the college are engaged in a wide variety of cutting-edge research in basic, biological, and clinical research to improve health outcomes across the life span. We have launched bold new research initiatives and have made several new faculty hires with the goal to become a top 10 NIH funded college within five years.
Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Educational Innovation
The associate dean for academic affairs and educational innovation is responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating all academic programs within the college, and will represent the college to internal university and external constituents in the area’s curriculum and academic programming. This is a 12-month position.
Responsibilities
• Leads the development of all academic programs, including innovative curriculum and educational partnerships;
• Conducts periodic studies to determine program viability, trends, and success
• Oversees the planning and implementation for clinical training sites and clinical preceptors
• Collaborates within the college as well as with colleges and schools across the university in providing innovative inter-professional educational programming
• Competes successfully for training grants to support educational programs and students
• Assumes responsibility for the evaluation of all academic programs and faculty engaged in teaching
• Provides oversight and leadership for all accreditation reports
• Develops and implements annual plan for teaching responsibilities for all programs
• Engages in implementing strategic initiatives, including new innovative programs, curricular revisions and enrollment targets
• Provides consultation to the dean and vice dean on new faculty hires
Qualifications
• The successful nurse candidate will hold an earned PhD in nursing or related health discipline
• History of sustained NIH funded research and a curriculum vitae consistent with appointment at associate professor or full professor rank
• Commitment to diversity, innovation, and inter-professional education
• Track record of leadership and responsibility in graduate nursing education and academic administration
• Track record of transdisciplinary collaboration
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated history of leading and mentoring faculty in clinical and tenure tracks
To build a diverse workforce Ohio State encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, veterans and women. EEO/AA employer
Inquiries, nominations, or applications (including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names of five references) should be directed electronically and in confidence, to:
Usha Menon, PhD, RN, FAAN
Vice Dean and Professor
The Ohio State University College of Nursing
menon.48@osu.edu
Associate Dean for Research and Transdisciplinary Scholarship
Responsibilities
• Provides strategic leadership and management to the Center for Research and Scholarship
• Provides strategic leadership to research centers within the college
• Oversees the Associate Director of the Center for Research and Scholarship, and Grants Managers
• Collaborates within the college and with colleges and schools across the university in providing innovative inter-professional research programming
• Competes successfully for training grants to support pre- and postdoctoral fellows
• Leads and/or develops applications for center grants to enhance research programs
• Provides consultation to the dean and vice dean on new faculty hires
• Implements strategic initiatives related to research and scholarship development
• Mentors faculty at all ranks and students in research program development
Qualifications
• The successful candidate will hold an earned PhD in nursing or related health discipline.
• A curriculum vitae consistent with appointment at the full professor (preferred) or associate professor rank
• History of sustained NIH and other extra-mural funded research (history of center grant funding highly desired)
• Commitment to diversity, innovation and transdisciplinary research and scholarship
• Track record of leadership in mentoring students, postdoctoral fellows and faculty in research and scholarship
• Track record of transdisciplinary collaboration
• Excellent communication and team-building skills
To build a diverse workforce Ohio State encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, veterans and women. EEO/AA employert
Inquiries, nominations, or applications (including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names of three references) should be directed electronically and in confidence, to:
Usha Menon, PhD, RN, FAAN
Vice Dean and Professor
The Ohio State University College of Nursing
menon.48@osu.edu
College of Nursing Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cancer Health Disparities
The Ohio State University (OSU) College of Nursing invites applications from individuals interested in obtaining postdoctoral research experience in the area of cancer health disparities. OSU, located in Columbus, is home to the OSU James Comprehensive Cancer Center. The College of Nursing is a vibrant environment that includes three centers of excellence, with a commitment to mentoring young investigators to their full potential.
Successful candidates will partake in one year of full time formalized training in health disparities research that includes: 1) specialized curriculum of instruction, 2) mentored research experiences, and 3) development of a NIH grant proposal. The postdoctoral trainee will gain research experience by working with Dr. Usha Menon [http://www.nursing.osu.edu/faculty-and-staff/faculty-directory/menon-usha.html] on projects related to cancer screening and survivorship. The program seeks individuals with an earned doctoral degree in a health-related discipline. A generous stipend, tuition, health insurance, research support, and travel to scientific meetings are provided.
Eligibility
Prior relevant research experience and a strong commitment to a continuing career in cancer-related research are desirable. Applicants will be considered based on the quality of academic doctoral preparation and the rigor of the dissertation research. The OSU College of Nursing values diversity and especially encourages applications from individuals from underrepresented groups. Candidates must be US citizens or permanent residents. Applications for 2013 are being accepted now and will be reviewed beginning January 2013.
Applications should include the following:
? All graduate transcripts
? A statement of research interests and goals to be accomplished through the training period
? Curriculum vitae
? Three letters of recommendation (including one from dissertation advisor or equivalent)
Applications should be sent as one email attachment to Dr. Usha Menon at menon.48@osu.edu or via mail to:
Madhurima Sarkar, PhD, Research Programs Manager, College of Nursing at The Ohio State University, 034H Newton Hall, 1585 Neil Avenue, Columbus, OH 43201
Tenure track faculty positions
The Ohio State University College of Nursing invites applications for tenure track faculty positions. We are seeking senior faculty with an established program of research and junior faculty with a developing program of research, who desire a career at a world-class research extensive university. An earned doctorate is required. We are particularly seeking individuals with expertise and research related to: reducing health risk behavior in vulnerable populations; improving health care outcomes in the acutely and chronically ill; and population health.
The Ohio State University offers excellent research and clinical facilities, rich interdisciplinary collaboration and a diverse and supportive environment.
Qualifications:
• Doctorally prepared in nursing or a related field
• Eligible for RN licensure in Ohio
• Record of research and scholarship
• Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications
Send curriculum vitae to:
Dr. Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk
Associate Vice President for Health Promotion
University Chief Wellness Officer
Dean, College of Nursing
The Ohio State University College of Nursing
1585 Neil Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210
or
melnyk.15@osu.edu
The Ohio State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
