Sr. Assistant Dean for Education Projects and Executive Director for Medical Education

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: 12 days ago

Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA

Job Type: FullTime

Deadline: ;

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	FAC00081PO24
Advertised Title	Sr. Assistant Dean for Education Projects and Executive Director for Medical Education
Campus	Columbia
College/Division	School of Medicine Columbia
Department	SOMC Office of Academic Affairs
Advertised Salary Range	Salary commensurate with education and experience
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Position Category	Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis	12 months
Work County	Richland
Tenure Information	Professional Track
Job Search Category	Faculty

About USC

About University of South Carolina	From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement	At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the benefits section on the Applicant Portal.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary	The Senior Assistant Dean for Education Projects at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Columbia, reports directly to the Dean of the School of Medicine and is responsible for providing overall leadership and oversight of key strategic, tactical, and other high priority educational and special projects determined by the Dean that may include ad hoc and or recurring projects related to programs that recruit, educate, and support students and enhance their educational experience. The Senior Assistant Dean for Education Projects may be aligned and or part of greater University of South Carolina projects including or related to the School of Medicine and or the University’s medical and healthcare/biosciences missions. The Executive Director for Medical Educational Continuous Quality Improvement is a senior staff or faculty member who oversees overall educational assessment processes and procedures for the SOMC medical student programs and graduate programs as well as serving as the primary point of contact for continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities and reports to the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. This includes coordination and performing essential tasks related to accrediting bodies such as the LCME and SACS. In addition, the director is responsible for the preparation of an annual Program Assessment and CQI Report for the medical student programs, a key resource to inform administration, faculty and staff of educational program outcomes and opportunities for improvement and an essential part of accreditation preparedness. Both the Senior Assistant Dean for Education Projects and the Executive Director for Medical Education Continuous Quality Improvement are professional track Faculty positions expected to perform at least 90% of their time and duties between these two titles areas. If an MD and or PhD, they may opt to spend up to 10% of their time in direct medical education teaching, research and or clinical care. Both the Senior Assistant Dean for Education Projects and the Executive Director for Medical Education Continuous Quality Improvement must function as a positive role model and be an advocate to the student body. Administratively, this position must be involved with creating, disseminating, and implementing institutional policies and procedures; representing the School of Medicine and the health, research, and medical professions to the students; advising and counseling students; and any variety of situations that arise effecting the students. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations. *Job Duties: Serves as the Dean’s representative, liaison and or leader of special projects assigned by the Dean. These projects may include working with the Provosts’ Office for the School of Medicine, Assessment and or redesign of academic program policies, development, and assessment (degree requirements/new programs/modifications). Collaborates with faculty, staff, and administration to design, develop and implement continuous and systematic processes for the assessment of student outcomes, academic and student support programs. Assists with preparation of accreditation documents, including necessary follow-up reports. Assists with the preparation of any self-study documents during reaccreditation cycles. Assists with the organization of and education surrounding USC SOM policies and procedures, assisting with timely access to these documents for faculty, staff, and students. Administers a comprehensive, ongoing, and integrated research-based planning and evaluation process to guide, support and assist the SOM with improving the quality of student learning, educational programs, academic and student support services and the administrative units of the SOM. Incorporates a systematic review of institutional goals and outcomes consistent with the SOM’s mission and strategic plan. Analyzes, interprets, and reports on data, including graduate reports and surveys around residency. Reports may include findings from surveys of graduates, residency placement rates, transfer rates and other information needed for assessment, evaluation and planning for programs and services. Works with the Dean, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, Assistant Dean for Assessment and Evaluation, Associate Dean for Student Affairs, and Associate Dean of Admissions, as well as and faculty, staff, and students to evaluate curricular and academic programs and requirements for successful completion of the curriculum including board passage. Develops strategies which include design, creation, and implementation of programs for students and faculty designed to ensure academic success in medical school, working in collaboration with SOM leadership, chairs, and faculty. Maintains an Institutional Effectiveness Plan that incorporates a schedule of surveys, recurring assessments, program reviews, recurring reports, service area demographics (e.g., race/ethnicity, population, college enrollment, student outcomes data etc.), and progress on institutional goals. Works with the Assistant Dean for Assessment and Evaluation to assist in the administration of a comprehensive program of assessment providing information and research results to the SOM leadership team for data informed decision-making. Works with the Assistant Dean for Assessment and Evaluation to coordinate the collection of on-going survey data through the administration of various institutional and national surveys. Assists educational deans and the associate dean for academic affairs in comparing educational outcomes at branch campuses with those at the primary Columbia campus. Provides consultation to biomedical science, pre-clerkship and clinical curriculum leaders regarding assessment strategies and tools. Assists graduate programs (Biomedical Science, Physician Assistant, Genetic Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Nurse Anesthesia) with program assessment services, as required. Develops, or otherwise maintains educational program assessments for the MD program in collaboration with the course and clerkship directors and the Office of Undergraduate Medical Education. Works collaboratively with SOM faculty, senior staff, and administrators to ensure that the SOM meets accreditation requirements related to the oversight of the medical student education program. Promotes an atmosphere of continuous professional development and to support ongoing strategy development and implementation within the SOMC. Serves on the Strategic Planning Committee Serves as an Ex-Officio member of the Curriculum Committee Serves on other SOMC or USC committees as appropriate opportunities arise. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge and Skills*: Effective communication and leadership skills – Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing with faculty and staff. Effective, state-of-the art delivery of medical student educational programs and services. Awareness of contemporary pedagogical issues involving medical education. Familiarity with accreditation standards/elements for medical student education (academic and non-academic). Work with faculty, the SOM Curriculum Committee, senior staff and other SOM leaders to ensure that SOM medical educational programs include formative and summative student assessments that are comprehensive, fair, uniform, and equivalent across all locations within given courses or clerkships. Successful interpersonal skills, organizational leadership, team building, staff development and communication techniques. Faculty member roles in instruction and assessment. Organization, operations, policies, and objectives. Computer based systems for administrative, business, and educational functions. Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training. Methods and techniques of program development and administration. Principles and procedures of report preparation. Commitment to students and champion of education and innovation Knowledge of statistical analysis and database software packages. Able to produce reports as required. Understand how to coordinate and prepare timely, accurate, and comprehensive reports as requested; responds to all required state, federal, and university requests. Demonstrated ability to work with members of the academic and clinical community. Strong commitment to service and teamwork. Success in building, expanding and elevating programs with vision and collaborative team spirit. Ability to develop and implement new programs. Knowledge of creating and managing budgets.
Required Education and Experience	Applicants must have a Doctorate with preferred work experience in program assessment and quality improvement. (Or following or pieces thereof) Candidates must have an M.D., D.O, Ph.D., or Ed.D. from an accredited university. M.D./D.O candidates should be board certified in their medical specialty and licensed to practice medicine Candidates must be an established professor or associate professor and have a demonstrated record of scholarly achievement, teaching experience, and service commensurate with the rank of associate professor or professor. Required a minimum of 15 years in higher education leadership. Experience with educational accreditation bodies in the medical student education/health care field is required. Demonstrated leadership experience.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience specifically in undergraduate medical education is preferred.

Advertised Job Summary

The Senior Assistant Dean for Education Projects at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Columbia, reports directly to the Dean of the School of Medicine and is responsible for providing overall leadership and oversight of key strategic, tactical, and other high priority educational and special projects determined by the Dean that may include ad hoc and or recurring projects related to programs that recruit, educate, and support students and enhance their educational experience. The Senior Assistant Dean for Education Projects may be aligned and or part of greater University of South Carolina projects including or related to the School of Medicine and or the University’s medical and healthcare/biosciences missions.
The Executive Director for Medical Educational Continuous Quality Improvement is a senior staff or faculty member who oversees overall educational assessment processes and procedures for the SOMC medical student programs and graduate programs as well as serving as the primary point of contact for continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities and reports to the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. This includes coordination and performing essential tasks related to accrediting bodies such as the LCME and SACS. In addition, the director is responsible for the preparation of an annual Program Assessment and CQI Report for the medical student programs, a key resource to inform administration, faculty and staff of educational program outcomes and opportunities for improvement and an essential part of accreditation preparedness. Both the Senior Assistant Dean for Education Projects and the Executive Director for Medical Education Continuous Quality Improvement are professional track Faculty positions expected to perform at least 90% of their time and duties between these two titles areas. If an MD and or PhD, they may opt to spend up to 10% of their time in direct medical education teaching, research and or clinical care.
Both the Senior Assistant Dean for Education Projects and the Executive Director for Medical Education Continuous Quality Improvement must function as a positive role model and be an advocate to the student body. Administratively, this position must be involved with creating, disseminating, and implementing institutional policies and procedures; representing the School of Medicine and the health, research, and medical professions to the students; advising and counseling students; and any variety of situations that arise effecting the students. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.
Job Duties:

Serves as the Dean’s representative, liaison and or leader of special projects assigned by the Dean. These projects may include working with the Provosts’ Office for the School of Medicine, Assessment and or redesign of academic program policies, development, and assessment (degree requirements/new programs/modifications).
Collaborates with faculty, staff, and administration to design, develop and implement continuous and systematic processes for the assessment of student outcomes, academic and student support programs.
Assists with preparation of accreditation documents, including necessary follow-up reports.
Assists with the preparation of any self-study documents during reaccreditation cycles.
Assists with the organization of and education surrounding USC SOM policies and procedures, assisting with timely access to these documents for faculty, staff, and students.
Administers a comprehensive, ongoing, and integrated research-based planning and evaluation process to guide, support and assist the SOM with improving the quality of student learning, educational programs, academic and student support services and the administrative units of the SOM.
Incorporates a systematic review of institutional goals and outcomes consistent with the SOM’s mission and strategic plan.
Analyzes, interprets, and reports on data, including graduate reports and surveys around residency. Reports may include findings from surveys of graduates, residency placement rates, transfer rates and other information needed for assessment, evaluation and planning for programs and services.
Works with the Dean, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, Assistant Dean for Assessment and Evaluation, Associate Dean for Student Affairs, and Associate Dean of Admissions, as well as and faculty, staff, and students to evaluate curricular and academic programs and requirements for successful completion of the curriculum including board passage.
Develops strategies which include design, creation, and implementation of programs for students and faculty designed to ensure academic success in medical school, working in collaboration with SOM leadership, chairs, and faculty.
Maintains an Institutional Effectiveness Plan that incorporates a schedule of surveys, recurring assessments, program reviews, recurring reports, service area demographics (e.g., race/ethnicity, population, college enrollment, student outcomes data etc.), and progress on institutional goals.
Works with the Assistant Dean for Assessment and Evaluation to assist in the administration of a comprehensive program of assessment providing information and research results to the SOM leadership team for data informed decision-making.
Works with the Assistant Dean for Assessment and Evaluation to coordinate the collection of on-going survey data through the administration of various institutional and national surveys.
Assists educational deans and the associate dean for academic affairs in comparing educational outcomes at branch campuses with those at the primary Columbia campus. Provides consultation to biomedical science, pre-clerkship and clinical curriculum leaders regarding assessment strategies and tools.
Assists graduate programs (Biomedical Science, Physician Assistant, Genetic Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Nurse Anesthesia) with program assessment services, as required. Develops, or otherwise maintains educational program assessments for the MD program in collaboration with the course and clerkship directors and the Office of Undergraduate Medical Education.
Works collaboratively with SOM faculty, senior staff, and administrators to ensure that the SOM meets accreditation requirements related to the oversight of the medical student education program.
Promotes an atmosphere of continuous professional development and to support ongoing strategy development and implementation within the SOMC. Serves on the Strategic Planning Committee Serves as an Ex-Officio member of the Curriculum Committee
Serves on other SOMC or USC committees as appropriate opportunities arise.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

Effective communication and leadership skills – Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing with faculty and staff.
Effective, state-of-the art delivery of medical student educational programs and services.
Awareness of contemporary pedagogical issues involving medical education.
Familiarity with accreditation standards/elements for medical student education (academic and non-academic).
Work with faculty, the SOM Curriculum Committee, senior staff and other SOM leaders to ensure that SOM medical educational programs include formative and summative student assessments that are comprehensive, fair, uniform, and equivalent across all locations within given courses or clerkships.
Successful interpersonal skills, organizational leadership, team building, staff development and communication techniques.
Faculty member roles in instruction and assessment.
Organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
Computer based systems for administrative, business, and educational functions.
Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training.
Methods and techniques of program development and administration.
Principles and procedures of report preparation.
Commitment to students and champion of education and innovation
Knowledge of statistical analysis and database software packages. Able to produce reports as required.
Understand how to coordinate and prepare timely, accurate, and comprehensive reports as requested; responds to all required state, federal, and university requests.
Demonstrated ability to work with members of the academic and clinical community.
Strong commitment to service and teamwork.
Success in building, expanding and elevating programs with vision and collaborative team spirit.
Ability to develop and implement new programs.
Knowledge of creating and managing budgets.

Required Education and Experience

Applicants must have a Doctorate with preferred work experience in program assessment and quality improvement. (Or following or pieces thereof)
Candidates must have an M.D., D.O, Ph.D., or Ed.D. from an accredited university. M.D./D.O candidates should be board certified in their medical specialty and licensed to practice medicine
Candidates must be an established professor or associate professor and have a demonstrated record of scholarly achievement, teaching experience, and service commensurate with the rank of associate professor or professor.
Required a minimum of 15 years in higher education leadership.
Experience with educational accreditation bodies in the medical student education/health care field is required.
Demonstrated leadership experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience specifically in undergraduate medical education is preferred.

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date	05/01/2024
Job Open Date	04/08/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant	Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/166490
EEO Statement	The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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