Associate Dean of Graduate Medical Education and DIO

Job Overview

The University of Dubuque is a growing faith-based University that is seeking an Associate Dean of Graduate Medical Education and DIO for the John and Alice Butler College of Osteopathic Medicine. 

Position Summary:

The Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education (GME) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the development, accreditation readiness, and continuous improvement of residency and fellowship training associated with John and Alice Butler College of Osteopathic Medicine (proposed, applicant seeking accreditation). The Associate Dean builds and sustains partnerships with hospitals, health systems, and community-based training sites to expand GME capacity aligned with regional workforce needs and the College's mission to serve rural and underserved populations. The role ensures compliance with applicable accreditation and regulatory requirements (e.g., ACGME, institutional and program-level standards) and supports program leaders in delivering high-quality graduate medical education.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the College's GME strategy, including identification of priority specialties and training models that align with regional needs and serve as Designated Institutional Official (DIO)
• Partner with hospital and health system leaders to establish and expand residency/fellowship programs, including rural and community-based training pathways
• Develop program start-up plans, timelines, governance structures, and resource requirements for new GME initiatives
• Support partners in planning for Sponsoring Institution responsibilities and infrastructure, as applicable
• Ensure institutional and program-level accreditation readiness for new and existing GME programs under ACGME (and other applicable) standards
• Establish and maintain systems for documentation, policies, and continuous compliance monitoring
• Oversee preparation for site visits and reviews; coordinate corrective action plans when gaps are identified
• Promote a culture of continuous quality improvement using performance data, program evaluations, and stakeholder feedback
• Support program directors and core faculty in curriculum design, competency-based assessment, milestones, and program evaluation
• Promote excellence in resident supervision, feedback, remediation, and professional development
• Facilitate access to faculty development in teaching, assessment, and clinical learning environment best practices
• Encourage scholarly activity and educational innovation within GME programs, consistent with partner capacity and accreditation expectations
• Build and sustain relationships with clinical partners, including negotiation and maintenance of agreements relevant to GME development
• Coordinate communication across the College, the University, and external partners to ensure shared goals, transparent decision-making, and effective execution
• Collaborate with clinical education leadership to align UME-to-GME pathways where appropriate (e.g., audition rotations, mentorship, rural workforce pipelines)
• Provide leadership for GME-related staffing, operational planning, and budget development
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to program development, accreditation readiness, recruitment, and retention
• Coordinate with University and College administrative offices to ensure appropriate reporting, risk management, and policy alignment
• Serve as a senior representative of the College in regional and national forums related to GME development
• Advise the Dean and senior leadership on strategic opportunities, risks, and investments needed to sustain and grow GME capacity
• Promote interprofessional collaboration and community engagement to strengthen the learning environment and workforce impact
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's Mission

Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of accreditation expectations and continuous compliance practices (e.g., ACGME institutional and program requirements)
• Ability to build partnerships, negotiate shared goals, and lead complex initiatives across organizations
• Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to academic excellence, professionalism, and service to rural and underserved communities

Qualifications:

• D.O. degree with board certification in a clinical specialty
• Demonstrate faculty experience in graduate medical education
• Experience with rural training tracks, community-based GME expansion, and workforce-aligned program design preferred
• Record of scholarship or innovation in medical education, healthcare leadership, or workforce development preferred
• Experience managing budgets and leading multi-site educational operations preferred

To apply with a growing faith-based University for the Associate Dean of Graduate Medical Education and DIO for the John and Alice Butler College of Osteopathic Medicine position, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and UD employment application, located on our website, to HR@dbq.edu or to the Director of Human Resources, at the University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001.

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