Dean

Nova Southeastern University is seeking an accomplished and forward-looking leader to serve as the next Dean of the College of Dental Medicine. The College is well established and positioned for continued growth within one of the nation’s largest private research universities and a comprehensive academic health environment. With strong academic programs, an expansive and evolving clinical enterprise, and a growing research profile, the College is prepared to build on its foundation and advance its impact in dental education, clinical care, and discovery through thoughtful leadership, collaboration, and strategic investment. 

Reporting to NSU’s executive vice president, provost, and chief academic officer, the dean will lead the college within NSU Health, alongside schools of allopathic medicine, nursing, optometry, osteopathic medicine, and pharmacy. This integrated setting presents meaningful opportunities to strengthen interdisciplinary education, expand clinical productivity, and accelerate research growth—particularly in translational and population-focused oral health research. The College’s location in South Florida offers a distinctive clinical and research environment, shaped by a large, diverse, and medically complex population, providing a strong platform for innovation in education, care delivery, and community engagement. 

The Dean will work closely with faculty, staff, and university leadership to support innovation, reinforce academic and clinical excellence, and guide the College’s continued development in alignment with NSU’s mission and strategic priorities. This role will appeal to a leader who values collaboration, understands the complexity of academic health systems, and is motivated to shape the next phase of a thriving dental school—one that prepares practice-ready graduates, advances oral health outcomes, and contributes meaningfully to the broader health sciences enterprise. 

Nova Southeastern University has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist in the search for the next Dean. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process/until the position is filled. Submit inquiries, nominations, referrals, and applications below. Electronic submission of materials is required.

Jay Torio and Michael Baer are leading this search with Kristin Benoit and Maria Peña. 

Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.