Dean, Health, Wellness and Sciences

Georgian is more than just an employer - we're a community. With multiple campuses located across Central Ontario, Georgian offers rewarding employment opportunities in academics, administration, research, and more. We take pride in working alongside a dynamic team of student-focused educators, dedicated supporters, and passionate advocates. Our vision is to accelerate success through exceptional teaching and learning, innovation and partnerships.

Health, Wellness and Sciences programs at Georgian College of Applied Arts & Technology (Georgian) are designed to create healthy communities by focusing on interprofessional education and patient-centred care. Quality work placements and outstanding labs allow students to gain valuable experience learning from passionate, Georgian faculty who bring expert industry knowledge to the classroom.

Georgian is inviting applications from qualified candidates for the role of Dean, Health, Wellness & Sciences. This is your opportunity to lead the dynamic and growing Faculty of Health, Wellness and Sciences, which offers in-demand programming across a rich and diverse mix of programs within the Schools of Animal Health, Health Sciences, Nursing, Oral Health, Rehabilitation Sciences, and Wellness and Esthetics.

Reporting to the Vice-President, Academic, the Dean is accountable for contributing to the academic well-being and growth of the College and for providing academic and administrative leadership, supervision, support and direction to administrative staff, faculty members, and support staff in the division of Health, Wellness & Sciences. The Dean is accountable for the planning, development, maintenance, and ongoing review of the wide range of programs and activities that include co-op, certificate, grad certificate, diploma, degree studies and interprofessional practice while also providing leadership accountability for human resources, financial management and resource allocation, and operational planning within the portfolio. The Dean is also responsible for ensuring that the course/program standards conform to external accreditation and licensing requirements, are responsive/relevant to the needs of students, programs and the community at large according to the College’s Strategic Plan.

We collaborate with industry and community partners to deliver relevant, future-focused programs, meaningful work-integrated learning opportunities, and co-op experiences with leading employers. The Dean plays a key role in fostering and strengthening relationships with industry and sector partners, serving as an ambassador for the College and advancing strategic external partnerships. Georgian's commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded throughout the College's academic and operational planning. These commitments are reflected in initiatives across the institution, including award-winning Indigenous Services and the EDI&B Centre, which work to foster an inclusive, welcoming, and equitable learning environment for students, employees, and community partners.

Candidates for this role will possess excellent strategic, leadership, management, interpersonal, communication, change management, engagement, diversity and decision-making skills. The ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced, complex, unionized institution in order to support the achievement of the college’s strategic plan objectives is critical. Relevant academic and professional qualifications will be considered. A Master’s degree is required.

For additional information and to submit your application, please contact Pamela Colquhoun, Partner via Kathy Luu, Senior Associate at kluu@boyden.com.

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This search is being undertaken to fill an existing vacancy, with an expected appointment in early 2027.

Georgian College supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. We invite applications from all qualified candidates and actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to persons of Indigenous ancestry, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you are contacted to participate in the interview, please advise the coordinator of any accommodations needed with respect to any materials or processes used to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.

Alternate formats will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.