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Get Access To All JobsTitle: Associate Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences
Appointment Status: Tenure
Department: IU East School of Nursing and Health Sciences
Location: East
Position Summary
Campus Profile
Indiana University East, a regional campus of Indiana University, offers residents of eastern Indiana, western Ohio and beyond a broad range of bachelor’s degrees, selected master’s degrees, and certificates through its traditional main campus in Richmond, off-campus sites, and online program options. Indiana University East challenges students to grow intellectually and personally in a supportive and scholarly environment where faculty teaching skills and participation in the creation and dissemination of new knowledge and artistic work enhance learning opportunities for all. Indiana University values a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and intellectual perspectives among its faculty, staff, and students. The campus is dedicated to being a strong partner in enhancing the educational, cultural, and economic development of the region it serves through community and civic engagement.
Campus Safety and Security
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Job Description
The School of Nursing and Health Sciences at Indiana University East invites applicants for the position of Associate Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026, or as soon thereafter as possible. This is a 12-month appointment reporting directly to the Executive Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs (EVCAA). Within the School there are 13 faculty members including professors, lecturers, and clinical faculty appointments. The Associate Dean provides leadership to faculty, staff, and students within the School of Nursing & Health Sciences by promoting a collaborative learning and scholarly environment that emphasizes student engagement and success. The Associate Dean has administrative responsibility for all aspects of the School, including student recruitment, retention and success; faculty recruitment, professional development and evaluation; program development, assessment and improvement; budget management; fundraising efforts; and supporting the well-being and professional growth of its faculty, staff, and students.
Responsibilities and Authorities
The Associate Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences will serve as the chief nurse administrator as well as the chief academic and fiscal administrator for the School. Their responsibilities and authorities, which may be delegated as appropriate, include:
- Develop and implement the student recruitment plan in coordination with the Office of Admissions.
- Arrange, coordinate, and oversee academic advising for students pursuing programs within the School.
- Certify that students meet graduation requirements for School programs as set forth by faculty and in coordination with the Office of the Registrar.
- Schedule all credit and/or non-credit courses offered by the School, assign teaching responsibilities to all full-time and part-time faculty, and identify and hire adjunct faculty as needed.
- Manage the School’s fiscal accounts, including both university and foundation accounts, in coordination with the Office of Administration and Finance.
- Mentor new faculty in preparing professional development plans and support their progress toward promotion, tenure, or long-term contract as applicable.
- Collaborate with full-time faculty to develop and advance the School’s research agenda and manage the allocation of faculty development funds to support scholarly activity.
- Conduct annual performance evaluations of all full-time and part-time faculty as well as full-time staff, inviting active participation in the review process, and submit salary recommendations for full-time faculty and staff within the School.
- Provide leadership in fostering a welcoming and supportive academic environment that promotes student engagement, access to educational opportunities, and success for all students.
- Represent the School and/or campus on appropriate committees within the campus, the university, and the IU East service region.
- Promote the School and its programs to the communities in the IU East service region.
- Prepare and submit required reports, forms, and documentation as requested by campus leadership.
- Oversee the quality of the curriculum in the degree programs of the School; lead the School in learning outcomes assessment.
- Lead faculty in preparing academic programs for professional accreditation and external program reviews as applicable.
- Collaborate with faculty and deans across the university to develop new academic programs as appropriate.
- Take an active leadership role in School and/or campus alumni fundraising activities in coordination with the Office of Advancement.
- Participate in student, faculty, staff and alumni events to promote the School’s academic, research, and civic engagement activities.
- Attend meetings of the Deans’ Council and Academic Affairs Council as scheduled; schedule and lead monthly School meetings.
- Organize, chair, and attend School advisory council meetings.
- Provide advocacy for the School within the campus community.
Special Duties and Expectations
A primary responsibility of this position will include leading and implementing strategic modifications to School operations, including policies, practices, and curriculum, with the goal of increasing NCLEX test scores and overall program outcomes. An external consultant has completed a review of the School and provided recommendations. The Associate Dean will be responsible for implementing these recommendations. The Associate Dean will serve as Director for the Indiana State Board of Nursing, which requires holding an Indiana RN license. In addition, the Associate Dean will participate in ACEN accreditation and complete required annual reports.
Basic Qualifications
- Terminal degree in Nursing or a related field.
- RN License
Department Contact for Questions
Shannon Snapp
Human Resources Business Partner
shsnapp@iu.edu
Additional Qualifications
Salary and Rank
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Special Instructions
Applicants should submit:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Intent
- List of 2-3 professional references including contact information (phone and email)
For Best Consideration Date: 04/11/2026
Expected Start Date: 08/01/2026
Posting Number: IU-101524-2026
Title: Associate Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences
Appointment Status: Tenure
Department: IU East School of Nursing and Health Sciences
Location: East
Position Summary
Campus Profile
Indiana University East, a regional campus of Indiana University, offers residents of eastern Indiana, western Ohio and beyond a broad range of bachelor’s degrees, selected master’s degrees, and certificates through its traditional main campus in Richmond, off-campus sites, and online program options. Indiana University East challenges students to grow intellectually and personally in a supportive and scholarly environment where faculty teaching skills and participation in the creation and dissemination of new knowledge and artistic work enhance learning opportunities for all. Indiana University values a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and intellectual perspectives among its faculty, staff, and students. The campus is dedicated to being a strong partner in enhancing the educational, cultural, and economic development of the region it serves through community and civic engagement.
Campus Safety and Security
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Job Description
The School of Nursing and Health Sciences at Indiana University East invites applicants for the position of Associate Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026, or as soon thereafter as possible. This is a 12-month appointment reporting directly to the Executive Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs (EVCAA). Within the School there are 13 faculty members including professors, lecturers, and clinical faculty appointments. The Associate Dean provides leadership to faculty, staff, and students within the School of Nursing & Health Sciences by promoting a collaborative learning and scholarly environment that emphasizes student engagement and success. The Associate Dean has administrative responsibility for all aspects of the School, including student recruitment, retention and success; faculty recruitment, professional development and evaluation; program development, assessment and improvement; budget management; fundraising efforts; and supporting the well-being and professional growth of its faculty, staff, and students.
Responsibilities and Authorities
The Associate Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences will serve as the chief nurse administrator as well as the chief academic and fiscal administrator for the School. Their responsibilities and authorities, which may be delegated as appropriate, include:
- Develop and implement the student recruitment plan in coordination with the Office of Admissions.
- Arrange, coordinate, and oversee academic advising for students pursuing programs within the School.
- Certify that students meet graduation requirements for School programs as set forth by faculty and in coordination with the Office of the Registrar.
- Schedule all credit and/or non-credit courses offered by the School, assign teaching responsibilities to all full-time and part-time faculty, and identify and hire adjunct faculty as needed.
- Manage the School’s fiscal accounts, including both university and foundation accounts, in coordination with the Office of Administration and Finance.
- Mentor new faculty in preparing professional development plans and support their progress toward promotion, tenure, or long-term contract as applicable.
- Collaborate with full-time faculty to develop and advance the School’s research agenda and manage the allocation of faculty development funds to support scholarly activity.
- Conduct annual performance evaluations of all full-time and part-time faculty as well as full-time staff, inviting active participation in the review process, and submit salary recommendations for full-time faculty and staff within the School.
- Provide leadership in fostering a welcoming and supportive academic environment that promotes student engagement, access to educational opportunities, and success for all students.
- Represent the School and/or campus on appropriate committees within the campus, the university, and the IU East service region.
- Promote the School and its programs to the communities in the IU East service region.
- Prepare and submit required reports, forms, and documentation as requested by campus leadership.
- Oversee the quality of the curriculum in the degree programs of the School; lead the School in learning outcomes assessment.
- Lead faculty in preparing academic programs for professional accreditation and external program reviews as applicable.
- Collaborate with faculty and deans across the university to develop new academic programs as appropriate.
- Take an active leadership role in School and/or campus alumni fundraising activities in coordination with the Office of Advancement.
- Participate in student, faculty, staff and alumni events to promote the School’s academic, research, and civic engagement activities.
- Attend meetings of the Deans’ Council and Academic Affairs Council as scheduled; schedule and lead monthly School meetings.
- Organize, chair, and attend School advisory council meetings.
- Provide advocacy for the School within the campus community.
Special Duties and Expectations
A primary responsibility of this position will include leading and implementing strategic modifications to School operations, including policies, practices, and curriculum, with the goal of increasing NCLEX test scores and overall program outcomes. An external consultant has completed a review of the School and provided recommendations. The Associate Dean will be responsible for implementing these recommendations. The Associate Dean will serve as Director for the Indiana State Board of Nursing, which requires holding an Indiana RN license. In addition, the Associate Dean will participate in ACEN accreditation and complete required annual reports.
Basic Qualifications
- Terminal degree in Nursing or a related field.
- RN License
Department Contact for Questions
Shannon Snapp
Human Resources Business Partner
shsnapp@iu.edu
Additional Qualifications
Salary and Rank
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Special Instructions
Applicants should submit:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Intent
- List of 2-3 professional references including contact information (phone and email)
For Best Consideration Date: 04/11/2026
Expected Start Date: 08/01/2026
Posting Number: IU-101524-2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Nursing Jobs at Indiana University Jobs
Verify your credentials through proper evaluation channels
Before applying, have your nursing credentials evaluated by a CGFNS-approved organization. Indiana University's hiring process for internationally trained nurses requires credential verification that aligns with Indiana State Board of Nursing licensure standards, so completing this early prevents delays.
Target IU Health and campus clinic postings separately
Indiana University posts Nursing roles across affiliated clinical sites and campus health units, not just a single department. Searching both IU Health and the broader IU Careers portal gives you a fuller picture of where sponsorship-eligible openings actually appear.
Use Migrate Mate to filter visa-sponsoring Nursing roles
Not every IU Nursing posting is open to sponsored candidates. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Indiana University Nursing jobs that align with H-1B or employment-based Green Card pathways, saving you time spent on roles that won't move forward.
Understand the H-1B cap timing before accepting an offer
If you're not already in H-1B status, the annual April lottery affects when you can start. Universities qualify as cap-exempt employers under USCIS rules, so Indiana University can file an H-1B petition outside the lottery window, which changes your start date planning significantly.
Ask HR explicitly about PERM sponsorship timelines
For employment-based Green Card pathways, Indiana University would need to initiate a PERM labor certification through DOL before sponsoring your immigrant visa petition. Clarifying whether a specific role is eligible for this pathway before signing an offer prevents misaligned expectations later.
Align your specialty with IU's clinical staffing priorities
Indiana University has consistent demand in areas like critical care, surgical services, and behavioral health nursing. Targeting your application toward these specialties, and framing your CV around clinical competencies relevant to academic medical settings, strengthens your case for sponsorship consideration.
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Find Nursing at Indiana University JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Indiana University sponsor H-1B visas for Nursings?
Yes, Indiana University sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying Nursing roles. As an institution of higher education, IU qualifies as a cap-exempt H-1B employer under USCIS rules, meaning it can file petitions year-round without being subject to the annual lottery. This is a meaningful advantage for internationally trained nurses who may have missed a previous cap season.
Which visa types are commonly used for Nursing roles at Indiana University?
The H-1B is the most common nonimmigrant visa for Nursing positions at Indiana University, given the specialty occupation requirement that a nursing role in an academic medical setting typically satisfies. For longer-term immigration, IU also sponsors employment-based Green Cards through the EB-2 or EB-3 preference categories, generally requiring a PERM labor certification filed with DOL before the immigrant petition can proceed.
How do I apply for Nursing jobs at Indiana University?
Applications are submitted through Indiana University's official careers portal. Roles span IU Health affiliates and campus health units, so searching across both systems gives you broader coverage. Migrate Mate also lists Indiana University Nursing openings filtered for visa sponsorship eligibility, which can help you identify relevant postings without manually screening each one for immigration support.
What qualifications are expected for sponsored Nursing roles at Indiana University?
Sponsored Nursing positions at Indiana University generally require a U.S. registered nurse license or eligibility to obtain one through Indiana's Board of Nursing, along with a relevant degree and clinical experience. For H-1B eligibility, the role must qualify as a specialty occupation, which most RN and advanced practice roles at an academic medical institution satisfy. NCLEX passage and credential evaluation through a CGFNS-approved body are typically prerequisites.
How do I plan my timeline when pursuing a sponsored Nursing role at Indiana University?
Because IU is a cap-exempt employer, H-1B petitions can be filed at any time of year, which removes the April lottery as a constraint. However, credential evaluation, state licensure, and DOL compliance steps for the Labor Condition Application all take time. Building at least three to four months of lead time between an offer acceptance and your intended start date gives the process room to complete without pushing your start.
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