Dean of College of Health Science; CHS

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The American University in the Emirates (AUE) is seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual to serve as Dean of the College of Health Sciences (CHS). This senior leadership position provides strategic, academic, and administrative leadership to the college, ensuring academic excellence and fostering research, innovation, and partnership with healthcare organizations, government entities, accreditation bodies, and industry stakeholders.

• Strategic Leadership
  • Provide visionary leadership to advance the mission of the College of Health Sciences.
  • Align academic programs with national, regional, and international healthcare trends.
• Academic Excellence
  • Oversee curriculum development, program delivery, assessment, and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure programs meet international standards and professional healthcare requirements.
• Faculty Development
  • Recruit, mentor, evaluate, and support faculty in teaching, research, and service.
  • Promote professional development, scholarship, and clinical engagement.
• Research & Innovation
  • Foster a strong research culture in health sciences, public health, and applied clinical research.
  • Support faculty and students in securing research grants and publishing scholarly work.
• Student Success
  • Enhance recruitment, retention, progression, and employability of students.
  • Strengthen clinical training, internships, and experiential learning opportunities.
• Healthcare & Community Partnerships
  • Build and maintain partnerships with hospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations, and government agencies.
  • Promote collaborative initiatives that enhance healthcare education and workforce readiness.
• Resource & Financial Management
  • Oversee budgeting, staffing, and effective resource allocation within the college.
  • Support revenue generation through partnerships, grants, and academic initiatives.
• Policy & Professional Engagement
  • Represent the college in professional, regulatory, and policy-related forums.
  • Contribute to healthcare education policy development at institutional and national levels.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Promote equity, diversity, and inclusion across academic programs, faculty, and students.
  • Foster a culturally responsive and inclusive learning environment.
• Accreditation & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead accreditation reviews and continuous quality assurance processes.
• Advancement & Fundraising
  • Identify and secure external funding opportunities aligned with the university’s advancement strategy.
  • Build relationships with donors, sponsors, and strategic partners.
• Additional Duties
  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the university’s senior leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Health Sciences, Public Health, Nursing, Allied Health, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of academic leadership experience (Associate Dean or higher) at an accredited university.
• A strong record of teaching, research, and service in health sciences.
• Demonstrated engagement with healthcare institutions, regulatory bodies, and government agencies.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, program development, accreditation, and faculty leadership.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with international and professional accreditation bodies (e.g., CAA, WFME, CCNE, ACEN, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of emerging trends in healthcare education, clinical training, digital health, and interdisciplinary learning.
• Experience in fundraising, grant acquisition, and budget management.
• Ability to foster a collaborative, inclusive, and research‑driven academic environment.

Reporting & Supervision:
Associate Dean(s), Department Chair(s), Program Director(s), College Coordinator(s).

About American University in the Emirates (AUE):
The American University in the Emirates, located in Dubai International Academic City, is a licensed higher‑education institution accredited by SACSCOC and CAA.