Senior Associate Dean

Position Information

Posting Details


Posting Number
046216

Position Title
Senior Associate Dean

Number of Vacancies
1

School/College/Division/Institutes/Centers
06 - School of Medicine

Primary Department
H0671-Medical Acad & Student Programs

Working Conditions
Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities preparing students for success in a diverse, global society. WSU encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. WSU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Wayne State University requires all students, faculty and staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://wayne.edu/coronavirus.

Essential Functions (Job Duties)
Represents the Vice Dean for Medical education in matters related to undergraduate medical education

Serves as chair of the Curriculum Management Committee (CMC) and attend the meeting of its subcommittees and other education-related groups, such as Basic Science and Clinical Science subcommittees.

Develops and leads a team of senior educators, each of whom is administratively responsible for a significant area of the educational mission.

Serves as the primary leader in the development and implementation of curricular initiatives.

Works with appropriate assistant and associate deans on scheduling and sequencing components of the curriculum; analyzing curricular content to ensure appropriate vertical and horizontal sequencing.

Ensures appropriate integration of foundational science and social, behavioral, public health, population health and health systems topics into the medical education programs.

Oversees the integration of basic and clinical science across the four years of medical school.

Ensures the undergraduate curriculum demonstrates evidence of coherence and coordination.

Provides vision and oversight for strategic curriculum development, implementation and assessment for the medical degree program.

Develops annual budget for all units under direct supervision.

Unique Duties
Strengthens partnerships with affiliate institutions and community physicians to benefit the educational mission.

Strengthens existing relationships with universities, foundations, and other organizations to help strengthen healthcare and ensure the success of the Wayne State University School of Medicine.

Responsible for the maintenance and update of the undergraduate medical education (UME) policies and procedures.

Manages the Office of Academic and Student Programs, including its professional and administrative personnel.

Works with the Office of Assessment, Accreditation and Continuous Quality Improvement to ensure that Wayne State University School of Medicine exceeds all accreditation requirements and is fulfilling our strategic plan.

Qualifications
An MD (or equivalent), PhD. EDD, with decanal experience in medical education from an accredited college or university.

A minimum of five years' experience in medical education administration and curricular development and implementation.

A strong track record as an educational scholar and superior clinician-educator.

Eligible for appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor.

Significant administrative and leadership experience in medical education programming and development; involvement in unique, innovative and alternative methods for teaching is desired.

An ability to champion education within a preeminent research institution and among a wide range of external constituencies.

A recognized presence at the national level with medical education organizations.

Experience in developing a strategic plan for medical education.

Fiscal experience in terms of developing and monitoring the budget and other resources for the UME division.

Preferred Qualifications
Ability to effectively communicate with physicians, scientists and academic leaders.

Strong organization and process-management skills.

Skilled at organizing and managing human resources, including resolving conflict.

Experienced leader and has experience leading others with a developmental bias.

Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and a commitment to diversity.

Has the ability to cultivate a culture of formation vs. achievement.

Possesses a style that fosters and supports change and innovation, with an ability to delegate yet maintain overall control and set high standards.

Testing Requirements
Not Applicable

Test Scheduling

Job Type
Full-Time

Job Category
Academic Administration

Duration of Posting

Fiscal Year of Job Open Date
2022

Job Open Date
(When job is posted in the system)
02-08-2022

Job Close Date
(or until suitable candidate is found)
Until Suitable Candidate is Found

Is this position reposted?
No

Reposting Reason:
None (New Posting)

Application Information

Background Check Requirements
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting to work. If you are offered employment, the University will inform you if a background check is required.

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Funding/Salary Information

Salary (Minimum)
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Salary (Hire Max)
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Salary (Maximum)
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Hourly Rate
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Salary Range
(Academic Only)
To be determined

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