UNIV - Dean - College of Dental Medicine
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Job Description SummaryThe Medical University of South Carolina (“MUSC”) invites nominations and applications for the role of Dean of the James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine (“Dean”),
The new Dean will shape a long-term vision that advances the James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine (“College”) through workforce-aligned programs and enrollment growth, continued research expansion and stronger faculty practice partnerships with MUSC Health. Reporting directly to the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost, the Dean will serve as a collaborative leader and chief advocate for dental education, research and practice across the enterprise.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic and visionary leader who embraces a growth mindset and understands the changing demands of academic dentistry. They will bring scholarly distinction, operational discipline and a commitment to empowering students, residents, faculty and staff. They will bring a record of advancing programs, research and clinical partnerships while sustaining student outcomes and financial performance. Interprofessional learning, workforce responsiveness and leadership development will define their approach. Strategic acumen, emotional intelligence and transparent decisions will help this leader build trust, empower others and foster accountability and collaboration.
The national executive search firm, Korn Ferry, has been retained to assist MUSC with this recruitment. All inquiries, nominations and applications should be directed to MUSC’s consultant, Josh Ward, Ph.D., via email at josh.ward@kornferry.com.
The Medical University of South Carolina (“MUSC”) invites nominations and applications for the role of Dean of the James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine (“Dean”), a bold and mission-driven academic leader ready to advance dental education, oral and craniofacial research and integrated patient care. This is a rare opportunity to lead a highly respected college within a comprehensive academic health sciences system and strengthen its impact in alignment with MUSC’s institutional goals, strategic research priorities and integrated clinical mission. The next Dean will connect educational excellence and discovery with a growing clinical mission, preparing the oral health workforce and advancing the integration of oral and overall health.
The new Dean will shape a long-term vision that advances the James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine (“College”) through workforce-aligned programs and enrollment growth, continued research expansion and stronger faculty practice partnerships with MUSC Health. Reporting directly to the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost, the Dean will serve as a collaborative leader and chief advocate for dental education, research and practice across the enterprise.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic and visionary leader who embraces a growth mindset and understands the changing demands of academic dentistry. They will bring scholarly distinction, operational discipline and a commitment to empowering students, residents, faculty and staff. They will bring a record of advancing programs, research and clinical partnerships while sustaining student outcomes and financial performance. Interprofessional learning, workforce responsiveness and leadership development will define their approach. Strategic acumen, emotional intelligence and transparent decisions will help this leader build trust, empower others and foster accountability and collaboration.
The national executive search firm, Korn Ferry, has been retained to assist MUSC with this recruitment. All inquiries, nominations and applications should be directed to MUSC’s consultant, Josh Ward, Ph.D., via email at josh.ward@kornferry.com.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
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