Job Description

Position Information

Position Title

Dean of Medicine

Posting Number

F721P

Type of position

Limited Term

Department/Unit

Provost & VP Academic, General

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

About the opportunity

Dalhousie University invites applications for the position of

Dean, Faculty of Medicine

. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity to shape the future of medical education, research, and healthcare across the Maritime provinces and beyond. This is a full-time, five-year renewable appointment, expected to begin no later than July 1, 2026.

Located on Canada's East Coast, Dalhousie University is proud to serve as the region's leading research-intensive institution. We welcome more than 21,000 students from across the province, the country, and over 115 countries worldwide. In addition to our main campuses, Dalhousie offers academic programming and clinical learning opportunities in communities across the Maritimes. Dalhousie combines teaching and research excellence with a strong sense of civic responsibility - attracting more than $210 million in external research funding each year. From connecting graduates to high-demand careers to supporting innovation, to partnering directly with local industries and communities, Dalhousie is committed to building a stronger Nova Scotia while growing our impact nationally and globally.

Dalhousie Medical School teaches scientific excellence and humanity in medicine, facilitates leading health research, influences social and health policy, and helps drive the regional economy. An integral part of Maritime Canada since 1868, Dalhousie Medical School's success has always been linked to our relevance to the communities we serve. Dalhousie Medical School operates distributed medical education sites including urban and rural clinical teaching sites. Through this model, most Maritime doctors earned their MDs at Dalhousie, and our well-trained, highly skilled graduates can be found caring for people of all ages throughout Canada and around the world.

The Role

Reporting to the Provost and Vice-President Academic, the Dean, Faculty of Medicine is the senior academic and administrative leader of the Faculty. The overarching goal of all teaching, research, and leadership efforts is to ensure the highest standard of care for patients and communities. Key priorities for the Dean will include:

Lead strategic direction for medical education, research, and clinical partnerships across the Maritime provinces, ensuring alignment with institutional and regional priorities in support of patient-centered care. Strengthen distributed medical education and expansion of rural and community-based training to improve access and outcomes for underserved populations. Champion equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility (EDIA), Reconciliation, and Indigenization across admissions, curriculum, leadership, and community engagement. Advance research excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration, with a focus on regional health priorities and global impact. Deepen partnerships with health authorities, Indigenous and African Nova Scotian communities, and government stakeholders to align academic and clinical missions. Promote operational excellence by navigating fiscal challenges with transparency, supporting fundraising efforts, and fostering a culture of respect, innovation, and wellness.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a respected leader with a strong clinical foundation and a demonstrated commitment to academic excellence, research, social accountability, and inclusive leadership. While the Search Committee recognizes that no one candidate is expected to meet all criteria equally, the following qualifications will guide the assessment process:


RequiredA medical degree (MD or equivalent) with a distinguished record in medical education, research, and/or clinical practice. Significant leadership experience, including strategic planning, financial oversight, and leading interdisciplinary teams in complex environments. Ability to navigating financial challenges, enhancing operational efficiency, and securing funding to support long-term sustainability. A demonstrated commitment to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA), as well as engaging with decolonization, reconciliation and Indigenization. Commitment to fostering a vibrant research culture and promoting scholarly excellence, with collaboration across academic and clinical settings. Demonstrated success in building and sustaining partnerships with government, health authorities, and community groups. A leadership style grounded in empathy, integrity, and collaboration, with a focus on wellness for faculty, staff, and learners. Strong communication and advocacy skills, with the ability to represent the Faculty internally and externally. A student-centered approach and dedication to innovation and excellence in teaching, learning, and research.



AssetsExperience with, or a strong understanding of, distributed education and multi-campus academic environments. A PhD or MSc and a strong track record of research excellence. A reputation as a forward-thinking leader with a deep understanding of emerging trends in medicine and medical education, including digital transformation and AI. Experience developing interprofessional and cross-Faculty educational initiatives. Insight into the unique healthcare needs of Atlantic Canadians and the structure of Canadian health systems. Experience in fundraising, alumni engagement, and building strategic external partnerships.



Competencies
As with all Dalhousie senior leaders the Dean, Faculty of Medicine will be required to demonstrate Dalhousie's

core

and

leadership

competencies, with the below being of particular importance to success in the role:Thinking and Acting Strategically Accountability for Performance and Results Change and Innovation Relationship Building Respect and Inclusion

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about shaping the future of medical education and healthcare in Atlantic Canada and beyond, we invite you to apply for the position of Dean, Faculty of Medicine at Dalhousie University. A complete application will include a full CV and cover letter describing how you meet the selection criteria, why the appointment is of interest, and what you believe you can bring to the role. To be considered, please submit your application by

October 14, 2025.

For more information and to review the more detailed position brief, please contact the leadership recruitment team at

exec.search@dal.ca

.


All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.



Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit

www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

.




If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed

here

.


Posting Detail Information

Open Date

07/11/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19267