Associate Dean of Preclinical Education

Job Overview

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

Position Summary:

The Associate Dean for Preclinical Education provides leadership and oversight for the first two years of the osteopathic medical curriculum. This position ensures that all foundational coursework is designed, implemented, and evaluated in alignment with institutional goals, accreditation standards, and best practices in medical education. The Associate Dean promotes excellence in teaching, innovation in curriculum delivery, and continuous improvement through data-driven assessment and faculty development.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, integrate, and oversee the preclinical (Years 1-2) curriculum, ensuring vertical and horizontal integration across disciplines
• Proficiency in educational technology, data analysis, and curriculum management systems
• Proven leadership, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage complex academic operations
• In-depth understanding of accreditation standards (COCA, NBOME COMLEX-USA) and assessment methodologies
• Experience implementing competency-based education models or integrated curricular frameworks
• Demonstrate success in innovation, interprofessional collaboration, and outcomes-based assessment
• Significant experience in medical or health professions education, including curriculum design, program evaluation, and faculty development
• Align the curriculum with the mission of the College, COCA accreditation standards, and NBOME COMLEX-USA competencies
• Incorporate innovative educational strategies, including case-based learning, simulation, and team-based learning methodologies
• Work collaboratively with the Curriculum Committee and Department Chairs to ensure consistency and quality of educational experiences
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty involved in preclinical education
• Develop faculty development programs emphasizing pedagogy, assessment, and student engagement
• Foster a culture of collaboration, excellence, and scholarship among teaching faculty
• Oversee formative and summative assessment systems for students in preclinical courses, ensuring validity, reliability, and fairness
• Utilize student performance data, course evaluations, and feedback to inform curricular improvements
• Ensure that curriculum mapping, learning objectives, and outcomes tracking are accurate and meet accreditation reporting requirements
• Collaborate with course directors, department chairs, and administrators to coordinate syllabi, course scheduling, and instructional design
• Ensure that preclinical operations align with institutional policies, budgetary expectations, and strategic goals
• Partner with assessment and institutional effectiveness offices to analyze trends, track performance, and implement data-informed changes to enhance the educational experience
• Contribute to strategic planning for academic programs, including innovation in curriculum delivery and faculty engagement
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's Mission

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in educational technology, data analysis, and curriculum management systems
• Proven leadership, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage complex academic operations
• In-depth understanding of accreditation standards (COCA, NBOME COMLEX-USA) and assessment methodologies
• Experience implementing competency-based education models or integrated curricular frameworks
• Demonstrate success in innovation, interprofessional collaboration, and outcomes-based assessment
• Significant experience in medical or health professions education, including curriculum design, program evaluation, and faculty development

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (D.O., M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent) in medicine, biomedical sciences, or a related field
• Prior administrative experience as Department Chair or Associate Dean in a medical or health sciences program

To apply with a growing faith-based University for the Associate Dean of Preclinical Education 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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