Associate Dean of Student Affairs - School of Medicine

Tufts University • Boston, MA

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About The Position

Tufts University School of Medicine is a nationally recognized academic institution committed to excellence in medical education, clinical care, research, and public service. The School of Medicine educates future physicians in a collaborative, student‑centered environment and emphasizes professional development, equity, and lifelong learning.
The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) is a combined Student Affairs and Registrar organization that supports medical students across all four years of the curriculum. OSA partners with faculty, clinical affiliates, and academic and administrative offices to provide academic support, career advising, residency preparation, wellness resources, enrollment management, and oversight of key clinical and accreditation‑related processes that shape the student learning environment.
The Associate Dean of Student Affairs is a senior leadership role within OSA and reports directly to the Dean of Student Affairs. The Associate Dean has primary responsibility for the student experience and advising during the clerkship years (third and fourth years), while also contributing to student support, academic advising, and administrative functions that span the entire MD program.
The Associate Dean of Student Affairs will provide strategic leadership, advising, and oversight related to student affairs and clinical education.

Requirements

• M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school
• Minimum of five years of experience in medical education, including teaching and supervision of medical students and residents
• Demonstrated leadership experience in medical education (e.g., clerkship director, course director, or administrative leadership role)
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively across teams and disciplines

Nice To Haves

• Experience in both undergraduate and graduate medical education
• Service on educational or academic committees (e.g., UME curriculum committee, GME oversight committee)
• Significant experience advising medical students, particularly in clinical or clerkship settings
• Demonstrated commitment to student support, mentorship, and inclusive educational practices

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary advisor to third and fourth‑year medical students, providing academic guidance, professional development support, and career advising in partnership with the Dean of Student Affairs
• Play an integral role in the residency application process through the Pathway to Residency Program, including specialty advising, MSPE preparation, interview preparation, SOAP support, and Match Day activities
• Collaborate closely with coaches, clerkship directors, and the Office of Educational Affairs to support student success during the clinical years
• Oversee and participate in key student support programs and services, including academic support, career advising, wellness initiatives, learning communities, and student organizations
• Provide leadership and operational oversight for a wide range of Office of Student Affairs functions, including enrollment management, clerkship scheduling, student records, and licensing support
• Serve as a non‑voting member of the Student Ethics & Promotions Committee, the TUSM Curriculum Committee, and other committees as needed
• Support continuous quality improvement efforts related to LCME accreditation and the clinical learning environment
• Supervise and mentor staff within the Office of Student Affairs, including direct oversight of the Assistant Director of Student Affairs
• Foster an equitable, inclusive, and respectful environment for students, faculty, and staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree