Associate Dean for Institutional Accreditation, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title
Associate Dean for Institutional Accreditation, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

Department
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

Posting Number
F240148

Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/54329

Employer
State

Faculty Appointment Term
Term

Position Type
UUP Faculty

Posting Detail Information

Fiscal Year
2024-2025

Position Summary

The Associate Dean for Institutional Accreditation will provide leadership, oversight, and direction in the areas of institutional assessment and accreditation. As Associate Dean, you will serve as the faculty lead for the Liaison Committee on Medical Education ( LCME ) and Middle States Commission on Higher Education ( MSCHE ) reaccreditation processes and will oversee the Office of Accreditation and Quality Improvement ( OAQI ). As a leader, you will represent the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences to university leadership as well as external stakeholders. In this role, you will be responsible for promoting a culture of continuous improvement and data-informed decision making across the institution.

In this position, you will:

• Provide leadership and oversight of the execution of the assessment and accreditation processes
• Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to the Office of | Accreditation and Quality Improvement ( OAQI ) team, promoting professional growth and a shared commitment to institutional excellence
• Represent the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences nationally on all matters related to accreditation
• Coordinate and oversee all accreditation activities, including self-studies, interim reports, and site visits
• Work closely and communicate frequently with LCME / MSCHE relating to accreditation
• Lead the OAQI and work with LCME consultants for the 2027 LCME site visit
• Serve as a member of LCME site teams when invited by LCME
• Review and implement policies and procedures that are aligned with LCME / MSCHE accreditation and Jacobs School guidelines and educational outcomes
• Utilize assessment findings to identify areas for improvement in efforts to advance institutional effectiveness and support student success

Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about our benefit packages .

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University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD, DO, PhD or equivalent
• Proven leadership experience in medical education administration

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in data management and data quality improvement techniques
• Experience in strategic planning and quality assurance

Physical Demands

Salary Range
Competitive

Additional Salary Information

Job Type
Varies

Campus
Downtown Campus

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No

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Contact Information

Contact's Name
Lisa Zander

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title
Program Administrator

Contact's Email
lzander@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone
716-881-7507

Posting Dates

Posted
11/21/2024

Deadline for Applicants
Open Until Filled

Date to be filled

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3

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