Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs - UGA School of Medicine

Posting Number : F1936P

F1936P

Working Title :

Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs - UGA School of Medicine

Department :

AU / UGA MedPart-Dean's Office

About the University of Georgia :

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https : / / www.

uga.edu / ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.

UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students.

Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College / Unit / Department :

The Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and the University of Georgia partnered to create a four-year medical school campus in Athens to help alleviate a statewide shortage of physicians that threatens the health of Georgians.

The AU / UGA Medical Partnership has been educating physicians in Athens since 2010.

On February 13, 2024, the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia authorized the University of Georgia to establish a new, independently accredited School of Medicine in Athens.

The UGA School of Medicine will build on the success of the AU / UGA Medical Partnership and is currently seeking LCME accreditation.

College / Unit / Department website :

https : / / medicine.uga.edu /

Posting Type : External

External

Retirement Plan : TRS or ORP

TRS or ORP

Employment Type : Employee

Employee

Benefits Eligibility :

Benefits Eligible

Advertised Salary :

Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated Start Date :

09 / 01 / 2024

Job Posting Date : 04 / 01 / 2024

04 / 01 / 2024

Open until filled :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

The application packet should include a curriculum vitae and a cover letter addressing how the applicant’s credentials and experience meet the responsibilities and qualifications of the position.

Location of Vacancy :

Athens Area

EEO Statement :

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement :

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office.

Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https : / / www.

usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18 personnel conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https : / / www.

usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Classification Title :

Assoc / Asst Dean AC

Faculty Rank : Open Rank

Open Rank

Contract Type : Fiscal (12 mo.)

Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status : Non-Tenure Track

Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications :

MD or equivalent degree.

Position Summary :

The Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs provides leadership for the planning and implementation of all components of academic affairs in the new University of Georgia (UGA) School of Medicine (SOM) across Undergraduate and Graduate Medical Education, and includes oversight of Accreditation, Admissions, Curriculum, Assessment, Student Affairs, Academic Success and Enrichment, Faculty Affairs, and continuous quality improvement (CQI).

This key leadership position will report directly to the Dean of the UGA SOM and is a member of the Dean’s leadership team.

The Senior Associate Dean leads and oversees the academic affairs offices to meet UGA SOM’s mission and strategic plan.

The position is a non-tenure track appointment at the rank of associate or full professor commensurate with experience.

Additional Requirements :

• Minimum of 10 years of medical education experience at an LCME-accredited medical school.
• Minimum of 7 years of leadership and academic administration experience at a senior level that includes academic and student affairs management and administration.
• Candidates must have demonstrated the expertise appropriate to attain the academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor.

Relevant / Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and / or Certification :

Proven track record of excellence in education, including first-hand experience developing and implementing preclinical and clinical medical education curricula.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies :

• Knowledge of LCME accreditation and accountability.
• Familiarity with community-based medical education.
• Strong administrative and leadership skills and a commitment to undergraduate and graduate medical education.
• Excellent verbal, written, and group presentation skills.
• Outstanding leadership, interpersonal communication, collaboration, team building, and negotiation skills with varied internal and external constituents.
• Ability to effect change in a complex academic environment through consensus building, collaboration, effective use of data, and the ability to influence and persuade.
• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate procedures related to academic affairs.
• Ability to effectively plan, delegate, and / or supervise the work of others.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop others.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in data analysis and a commitment to data-driven decision-making.
• Commitment to ethical conduct and compliance.

Is this a Position of Trust? :

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

Does this position require a P-Card? :

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

Is driving a responsibility of this position? :

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? :

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) :

Credit and P-Card policy :

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy :

• Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia;
• confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for;

and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Report directly to the Dean of the UGA School of Medicine (SOM) and serve on the Dean’s leadership team.
• Provide leadership and oversight of all educational and administrative aspects of the MD educational program including faculty affairs and continuous quality improvement (CQI).
• Support and mentor the career development of the Associate Deans who are direct reports.
• Ensure the undergraduate medical education curriculum aligns with the School of Medicine’s strategic objectives; participate in curriculum evaluation via collaboration with the Associate Dean for Curriculum, the School of Medicine Curriculum Committee, and the Director of Program Evaluation, CQI and Assessment.
• Oversee the UGA SOM’s LCME accreditation and assist with UGA’s SACSCOC accreditation.
• Work collaboratively to ensure that all programs meet their respective LCME accreditation standards; ensure that processes are in place for collecting and evaluating data to verify that each student receives a quality education.
• Meet at least monthly with student leadership to address student concerns and update students on issues such as building safety, mistreatment, changes to the curriculum, and any policy changes in collaboration with the Associate Deans for Student Affairs and Academic Success.
• Ensure that the UGA SOM Student Handbook and all education-related policies are reviewed and updated annually.
• Responsible for the strategic management and operational oversight of UGA SOM’s Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs.
• Oversee the efforts of the Associate Dean for GME with the goal of working with clinical partners to increase the number and capacity of GME programs throughout Georgia.
• Work strategically with the Associate Dean for GME to identify and create new, fiscally sustainable GME programs particularly in underserved / rural communities.
• Foster an environment of inclusive excellence and belonging among faculty, staff, and students in all activities.
• Work collaboratively with the Chief Business Officer of the UGA SOM to authorize significant changes in administrative procedures, personnel, and systems.
• Ensure that the education- and student-related components of the UGA SOM policies and procedures are accurate and enforced.
• Review and approve annual budgets submitted by direct reports to the UGA SOM Office of Finance and Administration and any large expenditures during the fiscal year.
• Participate in the search for key administrative positions.
• Analyze and implement national best practices in all facets of education at UGA SOM.
• Oversee and implement UGA SOM’s strategic plan.
• Work in tandem with the Dean and represent the Dean in assigned functions.
• Other duties and projects as assigned by the Dean.

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