Associate Dean, Health

**About the University of Niagara Falls Canada**

Innovation Flows Here.

Officially opening its doors in 2024, the University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF) is an innovative and digitally oriented institution that prepares graduates for leadership in the digital world. We believe in delivering programs that provide a direct pathway to meaningful careers in high-demand industries. We are currently offering both undergraduate and graduate programs of Honours Bachelor of Business Administration, Honours Bachelor of Science-Biomedical Sciences, Master of Arts in Digital Media and Global Communications, Master of Data Analytics and a Master of Management. UNF is part of the Global University Systems Canada group of institutions and Global University Systems, an international network of higher education institutions.

**Our location**

Our campus is located in historic downtown Niagara Falls. Beyond being Canada’s #1 travel destination, Niagara Falls is a small vibrant city that offers up a slice of metropolitan living at a different pace. From world-class dining and entertainment options to luxury shopping and cultural experiences. Our location offers the amenities of a large urban centre within a comfortable, liveable community.

**About the position**

**Title**: Associate Dean, Health and Psychology

**Location**: Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada (Onsite)

**Work arrangement**: (onsite, 4 days per week)

**Reports To**: Vice President Academic & Provost

**Reason for vacancy**: New Position

**Expected hiring salary**: $120,000 to $140,000 _*Rank and salary are determined through an internal review and approval process_

**About the programs**

The Master of Healthcare Management core curriculum will cover topics such as health care systems, policy, economics and financing. It will examine how to measure quality efficiency and effectiveness of the overall system. Students will also explore issues of accessibility and equity in healthcare policies practices and services including social determinants of health, barriers to access and disparities of health outcomes among different populations.

Both programs will share institutional learning outcomes including digital mindset collaboration problem solving and big data analytics.

As a member of the University’s Senior Academic Leadership team, the Associate Dean reports directly to the Vice President Academic (VPA) and provides advice and assistance to ensure high quality programs. The Associate Dean will also champion and contribute to the achievement of goals related to teaching, curriculum, scholarship, academic integrity and student success. The Associate Dean will assist in recruitment of full-time and sessional faculty teaching in their program and be responsible for work planning and evaluation of the faculty. Moreover, the Associate Dean will maintain a teaching load of 3 courses annually, while engaging in research and scholarly activity.
- Extensive administrative leadership experience within post-secondary or healthcare environments, with a focus on building teams while concentrating on excellence in the student/healthcare professional experience
- Solid background in the applied principles of social psychology
- Competent in digital technology and knowledgeable of the field of Healthcare Management - through the lenses of both academia and industry
- PhD degree in a relevant discipline
- Post-secondary teaching experience, with an inclusive learner-centered approach to teaching, willing to use, or to learn to use progressive information technology tools as aids to student learning.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness at the post-secondary level and excellence in teaching diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds.
- Experience teaching in a multi-modal post-secondary education environment (minimum of 5 years teaching experience preferred).
- Track record of research/scholarly achievement in a related field.
- Hands-on practical and professional experience within the healthcare sector is an asset.
- Collaborative and engaging leadership style with a passion for continuous learning
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
- Effective time management skills.
- Adaptable, understands and demonstrates ability to adapt to new environments
- Maintains flexibility and willingness to work outside regular business hours to meet organizational needs.

**The Associate Dean is responsible for the following**:

- Leads the program, faculty and initiatives to effectively represent the program, the University, and the community.
- Actively works to promote a culture that is inclusive, fair, open, respectful, tolerant of diverse views and protective of the collective good of the University.
- Coaches and mentors faculty and staff. by providing guidance, support, and development opportunities. Ensures or