Associate Dean of Research (Staff)

Job Overview

The University of Dubuque is a growing faith-based University that is seeking an Associate Dean of Research for the John and Alice Butler College of Osteopathic Medicine.  The University of Dubuque offers an excellent benefits package including tuition remission, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and a retirement match.

Position Summary:

The Associate Dean of Research serves as the chief advocate and strategist for research development within the John and Alice Butler College of Osteopathic Medicine (proposed, applicant seeking accreditation). Reporting to the Dean, this position provides leadership in building an integrated, mission-aligned research enterprise that reflects the University's commitment to innovation, compassion, and service to rural and underserved communities. The Associate Dean will design and implement the infrastructure to support basic, translational, clinical, and educational research across all departments, while fostering collaboration with community partners, regional health systems, and other colleges of the University.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive research strategic plan consistent with the COM's academic and service missions
• Establish policies, procedures, and metrics for research productivity, compliance, and responsible conduct of research
• Champion the integration of research and scholarship throughout the osteopathic curriculum
• Represent the COM in university-wide research planning and in external collaborations and consortia
• Mentor faculty and learners in research design, funding strategies, and publication
• Lead initiatives that promote interdisciplinary and interprofessional collaboration, including partnerships with local health providers, rural clinics, and public-health agencies
• Develop research mentoring programs for students and residents to enhance scholarly output and professional growth
• Oversee research compliance
• Direct or supervise staff supporting pre- and post-award activities, data management, and reporting
• Promote ethical conduct of research and stewardship of funds
• Identify and pursue extramural funding opportunities
• Foster relationships with granting agencies, community partners, and philanthropic organizations
• Coordinate internal seed-grant programs and research symposia that elevate faculty and student visibility
• Support research that connects osteopathic principles with biomedical innovation, simulation science, and health-systems improvement
• Encourage applied research addressing rural health, preventive care, population health, and healthcare delivery equity
• Promote the use of emerging technologies (AI, data analytics, and digital health tools) to advance discovery and educational research
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's Mission

Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced skills in written and oral communication
• Adherence to the highest standards of personal integrity
• Desire to innovate and continuously improve

Qualifications:

• Doctorate Degree Required
• Record of research productivity and extramural funding sufficient for appointment at the Associate or Full Professor rank required
• Demonstrate experience in research administration or academic leadership required
• Strong understanding of federal funding mechanisms, compliance standards, and responsible conduct of research required
• Commitment to the mission of osteopathic medical education and to service for rural and underserved communities required
• Experience building a research enterprise in a medical school strongly preferred
• Success in mentoring faculty and students in scholarly activity strongly preferred
• Familiarity with simulation-based or educational research preferred
• Collaborative leadership style and the ability to inspire innovation across disciplines required

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