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Assistant Dean

Mississippi State University · Meridian, Mississippi, US

Position Function: Nursing Service at the MSU School of Nursing is the intentional application of nursing expertise, professional service, leadership, and co...

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Position Function: Nursing Service at the MSU School of Nursing is the intentional application of nursing expertise, professional service, leadership, and community engagement to improve health. Grounded in the School’s mission and the foundational tenet of service, it includes sustained partnerships with communities and health systems, professional service, practice based engagement, and advocacy that address health disparities and workforce needs. Nursing service directly supports student success by providing structured, real world experiences through which students integrate clinical judgment, leadership, and interprofessional competencies while developing a strong professional identity and sense of belonging. Aligned with MSU’s Transforming MSU pillars, it advances student well being and career readiness while translating learning and discovery into measurable community and workforce impact. The Assistant Dean of Service provides senior leadership for the development and operation of a newly established department within the School of Nursing. This position oversees scholarships and funding infrastructure, grants and award coordination, nursing pathways and outreach initiatives...