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Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs, School of Veterinary Medicine, Rowan University
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Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Sewell, New Jersey
Categories: School of Veterinary Medicine
Associate Dean, Academic and Faculty Affairs, Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, Rowan University (SSVM)
Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Glassboro, Sewell, New Jersey
Categories: Managerial
Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs
The Rowan University School of Veterinary Medicine is seeking an administrative leader for the position of Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs. The selected candidate will lead the continued development of a fully integrated, pass/fail, spiral curriculum aligned with the competency based education framework while providing support for college graduate programs. The program is focused on early, robust exposure to clinical and professional skills and preparing students to confidently enter the workforce at graduation. The Associate Dean will assist in the recruitment, educational development and retention of talented faculty dedicated to preparing confident graduates. The selected candidate will play a critical role in participation in the School’s accreditation process and should have demonstrated expertise in outcomes assessment.
The Associate Dean works closely with the Dean, other Associate/Assistant deans, Directors, Department Heads, central university administration, and human resources on a range of faculty affairs issues, including promotion and tenure, work-life balance policies, annual evaluations and merit, and compliance with the Faculty Handbook and other university requirements.
Essential Role and Position Responsibilities:
Create mechanisms and programs for faculty educational development in partnership with the Department Heads and other related committees/groups at Rowan University
Coordinate faculty recommendations for new hires, merit programs and other recognition and reward programs to ensure equity and parity across scientific and clinical disciplines
Coordinate faculty leaves (including parental leaves, etc.) including retirement planning in coordination with the department chairs
Work in close partnership with the other Associate Deans, Department Chairs, and Directors to implement process improvements, planning and program decisions
Leads Committee on Curriculum, Committee on Appointments and Promotions.
Serves as contact person for related search committee policies and processes.
Lead and guide administrative team (especially Department Heads and Directors) on implementation of faculty driven curricular decisions
Serves as the Dean’s proxy to represent the SVM on academic matters, upon request.
Qualifications for the position include:
DVM or equivalent degree (required)
MS or PhD in a related field (preferred)
Experience in higher education administration, academic program management, and faculty affairs
An established record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service appropriate for appointment to the rank of Full Professor with tenure
Interest in working in a dynamic budding veterinary program with the flexibility to adapt to new and innovative methods of delivery of veterinary education
Ability to mentor junior faculty, and collaborate with mid-career and senior faculty
Experience with promotion and tenure and faculty career progression
Evidence of interdisciplinary, collaborative leadership and partnerships with external agencies
Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience with strategic planning and an understanding of faculty needs with a view toward enhancing pedagogy, growth and clinical collaboration
Experience in policy development and implementation
An understanding of the intersection of teaching, research, outreach, and patient care
Proven commitment to and knowledge of shared governance
Ability to lead teams, communicate with multiple and diverse audiences and individuals, and complete tasks in a complex organizational environment
Ability to inspire others to high levels of performance and foster collaboration and trust
Salary Range:
In compliance with the State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $170,000 to $260,000. When extending any salary offer, Rowan University considers many factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, work experience, education, training, key skills, internal equity, as well as market and other organizational considerations.
Information about the institution:
A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the third fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education. For more information on Rowan University, click here
The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine is located on the Glassboro, New Jersey west campus, 22 miles southeast of Philadelphia. The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine's first class of DVM students were admitted in September 2025. Facilities include a 167,000 square foot building that is shared as an academic teaching facility aimed at the delivery of pre-clinical training, a small animal teaching hospital, and a research facility.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.
Advertised: Sep 8 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Dec :55 PM Eastern Standard Time
The Associate Dean is administratively responsible for ensuring the highest quality of academic programming and for promoting a culture of academic excellence while fostering an environment that endorses student achievement and provides leadership for curricular and program development, implementation, evaluation, and accreditation. The selected candidate is responsible for the recruitment, advancement, and retention of a diverse and talented faculty workforce including tenured and non-tenured positions represented within the discipline of veterinary medicine and animal healthcare and to support the academic initiatives of the School of Veterinary Medicine.
Rowan University is subject to the residency requirements of the NJ First Act (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any person hired to a non-exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey or have one (1) year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person hired to an exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York or have ninety (90) days from the date of employment to establish, then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York.
Note on STEM-OPT Employment Please note that STEM OPT employment is not permitted at Rowan University. To be eligible for a STEM OPT extension, the student's employer must be registered in E-Verify and must use the system to verify all new employees. While Rowan University is registered in the E-Verify system, the University does not use the system to verify all new employees, only those that are working on a Federal Contract. This means that Rowan does not permit individuals to work at the University using a STEM OPT Employment Authorization Document as proof of US Work Authorization.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.
To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz,Administrative Assistant, , . Rowan strongly encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.
Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and supporting regulations, Rowan does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates; this extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its supporting regulations may be directed to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, or to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, Office of Student Equity & Compliance, Rowan University, Hawthorne Hall, Suite 312, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028, , .
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