Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs

University of North Dakota•Grand Forks, ND

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (UND SMHS) seeks 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. The Associate Dean works with department chairs, institutional leadership, Human Resources, legal counsel, graduate medical education, the Office of Learning Innovation, and other relevant offices to promote excellence in faculty life and compliance with university and accreditation standards. The position is 0.60 FTE in faculty affairs, 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.
Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
The position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
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.
Collaborative leadership across departments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Commitment to integrity, fairness, and transparency.
Knowledge of academic medicine and faculty affairs.
Knowledge of health sciences.
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.

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, promotion, tenure, and post-tenure review processes, ensuring compliance with state mandates, institutional policies, and accreditation standards.
Support faculty appointments and promotions committees; maintain transparent, equitable promotion criteria and recommend 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; promote faculty leadership development; coordinate mentoring, coaching, career planning, and succession planning initiatives.
Partner with department chairs on faculty recruitment strategies and develop initiatives to improve faculty engagement and retention.
Analyze faculty workforce trends, conduct faculty engagement and satisfaction surveys, and recommend strategic improvements.
Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Wellness on faculty wellness, resilience, and burnout prevention initiatives; promote institutional culture and professional satisfaction.
Coordinate faculty recognition and awards programs.
Develop and implement faculty policies and procedures with the Faculty Council and Vice Dean and Chief Operating Officer; ensure compliance with university, state, federal, and accreditation requirements.
Interpret faculty handbook provisions and advise leadership on policy application.
Serve as a confidential resource for faculty concerns, maintain an open-door policy, and assist with conflict resolution and mediation.
Collaborate with Human Resources and legal counsel on faculty employment issues and assist with performance improvement plans arising from post-tenure review.
Promote equitable faculty recruitment, advancement, and leadership opportunities, and foster 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 outcomes, post-tenure review outcomes, retention, and engagement; prepare annual reports and dashboards; use data to evaluate faculty programs and recommend improvements.