Dean, School of Nursing

Dean, School of Nursing

University of Michigan

Ann Arbor, Michigan

The University of Michigan seeks a Dean of the University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN). As part of one of the world’s leading public research universities, UMSN is uniquely positioned to shape the future of healthcare and nursing science within one of the most influential academic ecosystems in the country. The University of Michigan is home to 19 nationally recognized schools and colleges and is ranked among the top three public universities nationally.

UMSN is ranked among the top 10 nursing schools nationally and is recognized for its academic rigor, global engagement, and leadership in health equity. With more than 1,200 students enrolled across BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD programs, and over $14 million in annual research spending, the School drives innovation in areas such as chronic disease management, care delivery models, and data-driven health solutions.

UMSN fosters a values-driven culture grounded in its EPIC principles:
Empowerment, Practice, Inspiration, and Cultivation, which promote respect, integrity, and collaboration across its vibrant academic community.

The next Dean will partner with a talented faculty and staff to strengthen academic programs, cultivate a thriving and inclusive community, support and expand research excellence, and lead innovative clinical initiatives that connect education, science, and practice. The Dean will be a highly visible leader and an effective advocate who can advance nursing within the University, across Michigan, and around the world.

To fulfill accreditation requirements, the Dean must be a registered nurse (RN) with a graduate degree in nursing and hold an earned doctorate. The Dean must also have a current or eligible RN license to practice nursing in Michigan. Significant experience in nursing leadership, education, practice, and research is expected. Scholarly distinction appropriate for a tenured appointment as a full professor at the University of Michigan is required.

The University of Michigan has engaged Isaacson, Miller to assist in this search. Inquiries, nominations, and applications should be sent in confidence via

The University of Michigan, including the Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Flint campuses as well as Michigan Medicine, is an equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. The University is committed to providing an inclusive and respectful environment for faculty, staff, and students, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Inquiries or complaints may be addressed to the Equity, Civil Rights and Title IX Office (ECRT) at  and ecrtoffice , and as follows:

Sex/Gender Identity/Gender Expression/Sexual Orientation, including sexual misconduct: ECRT Sexual and Gender-Based Misconduct Director and Title IX Coordinator.

Disability: ECRT Disability Director and ADA Coordinator

Race/Color/National Origin/Age/Marital Status/Religion/Height/Weight/Veteran Status: ECRT Civil Rights Director