NM - Associate Dean of Academic Affairs - School of Health Professions

Burrell College of Health Sciences•Las Cruces, NM

About The Position

Burrell College School of Health Professions (BCSHP) invites applications for the inaugural Associate Dean of Academic Affairs (ADAA) and Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) Program Director. This leadership role will help build and advance health professions education while launching a new graduate program on the Las Cruces campus. Reporting directly to the Dean, the ADAA serves as the School's senior academic officer and provides strategic leadership for academic programs, curriculum, assessment, accreditation, faculty development, and academic policy. As a member of the School Leadership Council, the ADAA works with faculty, program directors, department chairs, and colleagues in the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine. During MSBS development and launch, approximately 70% of the role will focus on program director duties and 30% on associate dean duties. Once the program is fully operational, the anticipated distribution is approximately 60% associate dean and 40% program director responsibilities. The MSBS Program Director will lead the program's creation, implementation, and ongoing management. The position also supports Burrell College organizational health initiatives by enhancing leadership, clarity of purpose, communication, and a respectful, purpose-driven culture. The selected candidate will support the College's mission.

Requirements

Terminal degree (PhD, EdD, DSc, or equivalent).
Academic rank of Associate Professor or higher.
Minimum of five years of experience in higher education.
Demonstrated familiarity with institutional and programmatic accreditation standards and processes.
Knowledge of higher education academic administration and leadership.
Knowledge of curriculum design, mapping, implementation, and evaluation.
Knowledge of student learning outcomes assessment and data-informed decision-making.
Knowledge of regional and programmatic accreditation processes.
Knowledge of faculty development and instructional excellence.
Knowledge of new academic program development and implementation.
Knowledge of budget planning and resource management.
Knowledge of faculty and staff supervision.
Knowledge of strategic planning and change management.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Effective problem-solving and sound decision-making abilities.
Experience working collaboratively across departments and locations.
Must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Experience in medical education or health professions education.
Experience with curriculum development and outcomes assessment.
Experience developing, launching, or directing a graduate academic program.
Experience leading interdisciplinary teams and academic initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead academic planning, curriculum oversight, instructional quality, and student learning assessment across the School of Health Professions.
Oversee school-wide curricular governance and cross-program curriculum development.
Lead curriculum and outcomes assessment initiatives to support continuous quality improvement.
Support accreditation readiness and compliance for institutional and programmatic accreditation activities.
Provide academic support and guidance to Program Directors and faculty.
Lead faculty recruitment, onboarding, development, evaluation, and advancement.
Lead the Office of Academic Affairs, including Accreditation and Program Effectiveness, Medical Education, and Faculty Development.
Develop and implement academic policies and procedures.
Contribute to strategic planning, institutional effectiveness reporting, and budget management.
Collaborate with BCSOM leadership on shared educational initiatives and student success efforts.
Chair the Curriculum Oversight Council and participate in institutional governance.
Design and launch the MSBS curriculum, courses, program policies, and student assessment plans.
Support Higher Learning Commission substantive change and approval processes.
Coordinate shared educational experiences with the School of Medicine and build pathways into medical and other health professions programs.
Work with Admissions, Financial Aid, and the Registrar to recruit and enroll students.
Monitor student progress and coordinate academic support services.
Recruit, mentor, supervise, and evaluate program faculty and staff.
Manage MSBS program operations and budget.
Collect and report program outcomes and effectiveness data, and lead program assessment, review, and continuous improvement.
Support organizational health initiatives focused on leadership, clarity of purpose, communication, and a respectful, purpose-driven culture.