Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs

University of North Dakota•Grand Forks, ND

1d•$75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (UND SMHS) is hiring an Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs to provide strategic leadership for faculty affairs across all campuses. The role develops and oversees policies and programs supporting faculty recruitment, appointment, promotion, tenure, development, engagement, retention, recognition, and professional well-being. It works closely with department chairs, institutional leadership, human resources, legal counsel, graduate medical education, the Office of Learning Innovation, and other offices to promote excellence in faculty life and compliance with university and accreditation standards. The position is 0.60 FTE, with the remaining 0.40 FTE negotiable for teaching, research, and clinical activity within an academic home to be determined. It is intended to be in person, though hybrid work may be considered. Tenure may be available depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The Associate Dean reports to the Vice Dean and Chief Operating Officer of UND SMHS and supervises administrative support staff and faculty development personnel, as applicable.

Requirements

MD, DO, PhD, or equivalent terminal degree.
Eligible for appointment as Associate Professor or Professor.
Experience with promotion and tenure processes.
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.
Verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Visa sponsorship for continued employment is not supported.
Knowledge of academic medicine and faculty affairs and of health sciences.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Strategic planning and organizational leadership skills.
Faculty coaching and mentoring skills.
Change management skills.
Conflict resolution and mediation skills.
Policy development and implementation skills.
Data analysis and reporting skills.
Ability to lead collaboratively across departments.
Commitment to integrity, fairness, and transparency.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading faculty affairs activities and/or post-tenure review.
Familiarity with LCME, ACGME, and institutional accreditation requirements related to faculty.
Experience with faculty development initiatives.
Knowledge of policies and procedures at UND School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Responsibilities

Oversee faculty appointments, reappointments, promotions, tenure, and post-tenure review processes.
Ensure compliance with state mandates, institutional policies, and accreditation standards.
Support faculty appointments and promotions committees and maintain transparent, equitable promotion criteria, recommending revisions as needed.
Conduct faculty orientation annually or semi-annually and develop faculty development programs for all career stages and academic tracks.
Support development for clinical community faculty and promote leadership development for emerging and established faculty.
Coordinate mentoring and coaching initiatives and support career and succession planning.
Partner with department chairs on faculty recruitment strategies.
Develop initiatives to improve faculty engagement and retention; analyze workforce trends and recommend strategic improvements.
Conduct faculty engagement and satisfaction surveys.
Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Wellness on faculty wellness, resilience, and burnout-prevention initiatives.
Promote a positive institutional culture and professional satisfaction, and coordinate faculty recognition and awards programs.
Develop and implement faculty policies and procedures in collaboration with the Faculty Council and Vice Dean and Chief Operating Officer.
Interpret faculty handbook provisions and advise leadership on policy application.
Serve as a confidential resource for faculty concerns, assist with conflict resolution and mediation, and collaborate with Human Resources and legal counsel on faculty employment issues.
Assist in developing performance improvement plans required as a result of post-tenure review.
Promote equitable faculty recruitment, advancement, and leadership opportunities and foster a culture of belonging and transparency.
Participate in executive leadership committees and represent UND SMHS on university committees and national organizations.
Develop strategic initiatives aligned with the school's missions.
Monitor faculty demographics, promotion and post-tenure review outcomes, retention, and engagement; prepare annual reports and dashboards; and use data to assess programs and recommend improvements.