Associate Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education

University of South Carolina • School of Medicine Greenville, SC

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About The Position

The University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville is seeking an academic leader for their next Associate Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education. The Associate Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville (USCSOMG) is responsible for the UME curriculum from matriculation to graduation, ensuring the highest standards of academic excellence, innovative programming, and successful preparation and transition to Graduate Medical Education (GME). The position involves overseeing the undergraduate medical education curriculum, leading the Office of Undergraduate Medical Education, and collaborating with various academic and clinical partners to enhance the educational experience.

Requirements

• MD/DO, MD/PhD, or PhD with board certification/eligibility and is eligible for South Carolina licensure as applicable.
• Outstanding academic record with experience as a leader in a school of medicine and an academic medical center environment.
• Demonstrated leadership competencies.
• History of building and/or enhancing medical education programs.
• Demonstrated leadership in areas contributing to culture, access, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the undergraduate medical education curriculum in total and ensures continuous quality curricular improvement to meet LCME accreditation standards.
• Leads the Office of Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) including oversight of the Assistant Dean for Pre-Clerkship Education, Assistant Dean for Clerkship and Post-Clerkship Education, and Directors for the Integrated Practice of Medicine longitudinal curricula.
• Leads ongoing enhancement of USCSOMG integrated curriculum and collaborates with the Associate Dean for Program Assessment and Accreditation to oversee evaluation/assessment related to the curriculum.
• Works collaboratively with the Academic Affairs Leadership team including other Associate Deans and Prisma Health faculty to assure availability of quality clinical experiences.
• Develops and revises annual Computer Based Training (CBT) for faculty ensuring LCME and operational compliance for the clinical learning environment.
• Serves as an experienced advisor for all students and faculty on internal and external clinical experiences and related problem-solving.
• Works with USCSOMG partners to develop and implement programs such as interprofessional education and lifestyle medicine.
• Serves as a contributing member of Academic Affairs Leadership and the Dean's Cabinet promoting collaborative problem solving.
• Is a permanent ad hoc member of the Curriculum Committee, serving as the liaison between the Committee and the Office of UME.

Benefits

• Health and life insurance.
• Generous paid leave.
• Retirement programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree