Associate Dean, Student Affairs - UNR Med

Nevada System of Higher Education • Reno, NV

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) invites applications for the position of Associate Dean for Student Affairs, a key leadership role responsible for advancing student success, wellness, and professional development across the MD program. This position oversees a broad portfolio of student services and collaborates across departments to foster an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing learning environment.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine Degree from an allopathic medical school (MD) or PhD
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in medical education, student affairs, or academic leadership.
• Demonstrated commitment to student advocacy, wellness, and diversity.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with LCME standards and accreditation processes.

Nice To Haves

• Strong preference for MD qualification
• Experience in counseling, student development, or academic advising.
• Prior leadership role in an allopathic medical school.
• Knowledge of current trends in medical education and student support services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage student services including academic advising, financial aid, scholarships, debt management, records, counseling, and wellness initiatives.
• Oversee student governance and student organizations in compliance with NSHE policy.
• Monitor student academic progress and conduct, serving as liaison to the Student Promotion and Conduct Committee (SPCC).
• Direct the Office of Career Advising and supervise the Career Advising Coordinator.
• Collaborate with the Senior Associate Dean for Undergraduate Academic Affairs to support students’ transition to residency.
• Partner with the Associate Dean of Inclusive Excellence to develop programming around professional identity formation.
• Promote a positive learning environment in collaboration with the Office of Academic Affairs.
• Work in close collaboration with the Associate and Assistant Deans for Curricular Affairs and the Associate Dean for Institutional Wellness.
• Manage budgets, personnel, and strategic planning for the Office of Student Affairs.
• Ensure compliance with LCME standards and implement continuous quality improvement strategies.
• Participate in institutional strategic planning and policy development aligned with UNR Med’s educational mission.
• Supervise and support the professional development of student affairs staff and faculty.

Benefits

• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance
• Generous retirement match of 19.25%
• No state income tax!
• Grants-in-aid for faculty and qualifying dependents
• Faculty Daul-Career Assistance Program offers assistance connecting your spouse to job opportunities on and off campus
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options.
• Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments.

What This Job Offers

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