Position Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program within the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (COPHS) at Butler University invites applications for a Program Director. This position is available as early as September 2023.

The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is proposing an expansion of programs to include a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is a professional bachelor's degree that will seek approval from the Indiana State Board of Nursing and accreditation from CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education).

Responsibilities

This position is a full-time, 12-month, tenured or tenure track, faculty appointment with administrative duties in the College. Academic rank will be commensurate with the candidate’s level of experience and qualifications at the time of hiring.

The Program Director will be responsible for:

• Providing faculty and programmatic leadership,
• Direct student advisement,
• Curricular oversight and assessment,
• Programmatic evaluation, and
• Oversight of the admission criteria and process for the program.

The Program Director will engage in teaching, scholarship, and service activities consistent with the typical requirements of COPHS faculty. The Program Director reports to the Dean of COPHS and will serve as a member of the College Leadership Team.

Qualifications:

• Master’s in nursing and hold an additional doctorate
• Experience in clinical nursing practice, administration, and education.
• Current unencumbered RN license with eligibility for licensure in Indiana
• Familiarity with accreditation and state regulations
• At least 2 years teaching experience coupled with or open to innovative curricular design and delivery (e.g., online teaching, co-operatives)
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a willingness to contribute to building an inclusive learning environment for an increasingly diverse student population

Interested applicants should submit the following:

• Cover letter summarizing your interest in this position, and a description of how you meet the qualifications of the position
• Detailed curriculum vitae
• Statements of leadership experience and vision or direction for nursing education
• Names, addresses, and contact information of three professional references

Questions may be directed to Dr. Ramsey (dramsey@butler.edu) or Robert Soltis, Dean of the College (rsoltis@butler.edu).

Review of applications will begin August 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. The preferred start date for the position is September 2023.

Two of Butler’s key strategic priorities are “to create an intentionally diverse, inclusive, and equitable campus community,” and to “build a culture of empowerment, engagement and accountability.” We seek candidates whose research, teaching, and/or life experiences has prepared them to contribute to engagement with and inclusion of culturally diverse students, faculty, and staff.

About The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and Butler University

The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences offers a diverse set of programs leading to Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, Bachelor of Science in Healthcare and Business, Doctor of Pharmacy, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. The addition of a BSN program is a continuation of expansion of healthcare related programs in the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Additional BSN completion programs and graduate programs in nursing are planned.

Butler University offers personalized liberal and professional education to students in its six colleges (Business, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Communication, Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Education, and the Arts). Ranked #1 as ”best undergraduate teaching” and ”most innovative schools” in the Midwest region by U.S. News and World Report, Butler is located just five miles from downtown Indianapolis, a cultural center of the state (https://www.visitindy.com). General information about the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and Butler University is available at https://www.butler.edu/cophs.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category.