Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, Professor or Associate Professor Tenure or Teaching Track

Description

The University of Washington School of Nursing invites applications for the position of Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (ADDEIB). As part of the executive team, the Associate Dean is a leader at the UW School of Nursing. The ADDEIB has the responsibility to ensure that, from climate to curriculum, the School of Nursing’s mission of advancing nursing science and practice through education is imbued with the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. The ADDEIB works to support climate such that the School of Nursing is recognized for its welcoming and inclusive environment that fosters a sense of belonging among students, staff, faculty, and community partners. This role is consistent with the School of Nursing’s values of collaboration, social responsibility, integrity, respect, accountability, diversity, and excellence.

The ADDEIB provides strategic leadership to support the School’s implementation of its Anti-Racism and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (AR/DEI) Strategic Action Plan, ensuring alignment with the University of Washington Diversity Blueprint. In addition, the ADDEIB provides support and consultation on tri-campus School of Nursing diversity and equity initiatives.

The Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging is an administrative appointment with a primary position as a School of Nursing faculty member. The successful candidate will be appointed as a Professor or Associate Professor (tenure-track or teaching-track) depending on the candidate’s background and experience. Tenure track faculty hold indefinite appointments, teaching track faculty hold multi-year appointments with the option for reappointment. The administrative appointment service period is equal to 12 months. The faculty position service period is 9 months (September 16-June 15). The anticipated start date is September 1, 2025.

The Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging will have a dual reporting relationship. In their Associate Dean role (0.5 FTE), the selected individual will report to the Executive Dean of the School of Nursing. In their faculty role (0.5 FTE), the selected individual will report to their academic appointing unit head. During the academic year, 50% effort will be allocated to fulfill the administrative duties as the ADDEIB, with the other 50% allocated to faculty activities (teaching, research, and service). During the summer months (June 16-September 15) compensated administrative time (50% FTE) is provided to support the ADDEIB unit. All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research or scholarship, and service.

The base salary range, depending on the position, is as follows: Tenure Track, Associate Professor $12,500-$13,500 per month; Professor is $14,000-$17,500 per month. The teaching track base salaries are: Associate Teaching Professor $10,500-12,000 per month; Teaching Professor $12,500 – $14,000 per month. Other compensation associated with this position will include a $1,500 monthly salary supplement for the administrative role and may include a moving allowance.

Faculty, students, staff and community partners, and alumni expect that this position will:

Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging:

• Lead the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (ODEIB) with the support of the Director of Human Resources and the Director of Admissions & Student Diversity.
• Have budgetary planning and oversight of the ODEIB.
• Play an instrumental role in providing guidance for the implementation and evolution of the School of Nursing’s Anti-Racism and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (AR/DEI) Strategic Action Plan as head of the ODEIB.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of DEIB programs and initiatives, making recommendations for improvements and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to lead the execution of action items outlined in the AR/DEI Strategic Plan with support from the School of Nursing Executive Team and in collaboration with the UW Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity. The strategic plan is updated every four years, next in 2026.
• Supervise the ODEIB staff member(s) who will assist with ODEIB led projects and initiatives.

Leadership:

• Collaborate with other members of the Executive Team to integrate principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging into all organizational processes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations related to DEIB matters, including Title IX.
• Work to enhance and facilitate school-wide scholarship related to health equity.
• Collaborate with and provide guidance to the Associate Dean for Research & Innovation in DEIB-related matters.
• Guide faculty in best practices for evaluating DEI-related teaching outcomes.
• Deepen academic and practice relationships that enhance DEI efforts related to alumni, faculty, staff, and students.

Assessment:

• Assess the learning needs of faculty with respect to pedagogy and content related to DEIB and anti-racism.
• Identify and coordinate appropriate DEIB-related training and community engagement opportunities for School of Nursing alumni, faculty, staff, students, and community partners.

Teaching:

• Lead faculty in the integration of DEI content and skills into curricula at all levels (ABSN, BSN, MS, DNP, PhD) with support from department chairs and program directors.
• Assess the learning needs of faculty with respect to DEI content and related pedagogy.
• Support faculty in developing and evaluating DEI-related teaching outcomes.

Climate and Culture:

• Identify and address institutional barriers and needs for professional and academic development of faculty, staff, and students from underrepresented groups.
• In collaboration with the Director of Human Resources and the Director of Admissions & Student Diversity, foster a culture of inclusivity and belonging across the school through workshops, training programs, and events.
• Develop institutional partnerships with University of Washington units dedicated to DEIB issues, including recruitment and retention of faculty, staff, and students, and enhancing the climate for diversity.
• Monitor the School of Nursing’s institutional climate, culture, and training needs with respect to DEIB issues.

Partnership:

• In collaboration with unit and program leads, engage faculty in the implementation of multicultural education principles and inclusive pedagogical strategies across all levels of the curricula.
• In collaboration with the Director of Human Resources and unit heads, provide guidance and vision for recruiting diverse candidates for faculty and staff positions, with particular emphasis on underrepresented minority groups.
• In collaboration with the Director of Admissions & Student Diversity, implement and evaluate the AR/DEI Strategic Action Plan to increase the diversity of our applicant pools for academic programs.
• Engage with community and clinical partners to infuse DEI and training opportunities into clinical education and practice.
• Partner with student organizations, academic departments, and community groups to support current and expanding efforts to promote inclusion of diverse perspectives and experiences.

The UW School of Nursing excels at supporting research and fostering academic and professional growth among faculty and students. The School is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, which are in alignment with the SON Strategic Action Plan, the Schools’ Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, and the UW Diversity Blueprint. This orientation considers faculty activities throughout research, teaching, service, and practice. The SoN is also home of the Manning Price Spratlen Center for Anit-Racism and Equity in Nursing. The UW School of Nursing endorses the Future of Nursing 2020-2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity report’s recognition that Nursing has a major role in aligning public health, health care, social services, and public policies to eliminate health disparities and achieve health equity. The report also notes that nurses must incorporate a health equity lens learned in academic education. Faculty are offered a wide range of networking, development, and mentoring opportunities. The School’s Office for Nursing Research provides an in-depth research infrastructure as well as prospects for interdisciplinary/interprofessional research and educational initiatives. The School and Department foster mutually enriching community/academic partnerships within and beyond the UW campuses. More information about the UW School of Nursing tenure-line and teaching track positions, including the promotion and tenure criteria, can be found at this UW School of Nursing Human Resources webpage.

The nationally ranked University of Washington School of Nursing offers BSN, Accelerated BSN, DNP (covering a range of practice specialties), MS, and PhD degree programs. The UW School of Nursing is ranked #2 among public institutions with Doctor of Nursing Practice programs (tied #3 overall) and #4 (tied) among all schools for our Bachelor of Science program in Nursing (BSN).

University of Washington nursing schools are home to some of the top programs in the nation. Together, our students, faculty and staff work boundlessly to turn ideas into impact and improve the health of people and communities locally and globally. Our five centers of excellence provide infrastructure support, leadership, and collaborative mentoring for faculty, clinicians, and students.

The University of Washington is an internationally ranked public university serving diverse students, faculty, and staff, committed to educating and working in a multicultural environment. Since our founding in 1861, the University of Washington has been a hub for learning, innovation, problem solving and community building. The UW comprises campuses in Seattle, Bothell and Tacoma, as well as a world-class medical center serving the state and region. Each year, the UW inspires more than 60,000 students to learn from renowned experts in their field.

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity, inclusivity and belonging among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint. Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profiles and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• An earned doctorate, or foreign equivalent, in Nursing or a closely related field.
• A record of scholarship, teaching and service commensurate with the ability to be appointed at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor in the Teaching or Tenure-stream Professorial tracks within the School of Nursing. Please review the School of Nursing’s Current Policies and Criteria and Exemplars for faculty appointments, reappointments, promotion, and tenure.
• Demonstrated expertise in advancing diversity, equity, and an inclusive organizational climate.
• Demonstrated expertise in recruiting, mentoring, and retaining diverse faculty, staff, and/or students.

To be eligible for an H-1B visa authorizing patient care, graduates of foreign (non-U.S.) nursing schools must have a Visa Screen certification by the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS).

Application Instructions

• CV- Curriculum Vitae with highest degree earned.
• Letter of Interest (2-3 pages)- Applicants are encouraged to use their letter of interest to connect their education, qualifications, experiences, and skills to the responsibilities outlined in this position description and your program development and implementation experience.
• Diversity Statement- Your vision for how this role will work cross-functionally to drive a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging across the school and the university at large.
• 3 contact references: Names and contact details of three references willing to write a letter of recommendation on your behalf. We will only contact your references if you are selected and agree to move forward to the second round of interviews.

Please contact Ian Watson (watsoni@uw.edu) should you have any questions about the position or have issues with Interfolio.

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