Assistant Dean of Accreditation, CQI and Special Projects

Position Overview

The assistant dean of accreditation, CQI and special projects will provide leadership for the programmatic review and strategic plan for the medical education program at OSUCOM. As a member of the senior leader medical education team, the assistant dean will report to the Vice Dean of Education and will provide leadership within the medical school to ensure LCME accreditation standards are monitored for compliance, working collaboratively with other leaders through the college and the evaluation and assessment team to ensure a through systematic program evaluation and a comprehensive medical student assessment plan. Will also participate in institutional accreditation as appropriate.

Performance Objectives

• Directs the development, implementation, and evaluation of accreditation processes to ensure compliance with accreditation standards for the undergraduate medical education (UME) program.
• Facilitates UME self-studies for accreditation purposes; prepares annual profiles and other reports as requested by UME accrediting agency
• Responsible for accreditation gap analysis and assisting leadership in developing CQI action plans.
• Work collaboratively with leadership to ensure that all aspects of evaluation of the medical education program, including planning, data collection, analysis, and interpretation, as well as activities related to preparation and dissemination of program evaluation data reports meet LCME and Institutional Accreditation needs.
• Oversee all aspects of continuous quality improvement (CQI) processes for the MD program, including collaboration with stakeholders to ensure evaluation methods are in place to measure program outcomes and to monitor CQI, ensuring compliance across all LCME accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders in managing course/clerkship reviews and phase/whole curriculum reviews.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure committees have clear and standardized charges and procedures
• Develops and assists in developing and maintaining operating policies and procedures to comply with regulations, institutional policies, and unit objectives. Maintains a regular cycle of policy review and ensures that policies have clear and standardized format
• Engage with students and work with leadership to ensure improvement processes are implemented and communicated.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including data analytics and information technology, to ensure quality and efficiency of evaluation processes necessary for accreditation
• Ensure accreditation requirements are incorporated into ongoing institutional operations and procedures, and into the planning and evaluation process of degree programs, including appropriate budget allocations
• Provides project management, including presentation preparation, for special projects related to the education mission of the institution as determined by the Vice Dean.
• Oversees implementation of and follow-up/CQI in strategic planning for the units falling under the Vice Dean of Education
• May prepare or participate in the preparation of abstracts, research reports, funding proposals, operations and procedure manuals, and other written material and documentation for Medical Education Research Projects.
• Serve on relevant committees as needed and assigned.
• Develops and maintains a budget and monitors expenditures related to accreditation and CQI.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Communication and Influence

• Influences others outside of own department regarding policies, practices and procedures and within the function of the role. Communicates and conducts briefings with senior or executive leadership regarding ongoing operations and strategic initiatives.

Knowledge and Experience

• Requires broad knowledge of leading and managing processes, projects, and tactics.
• Requires expert knowledge within a specific discipline; understands impact of work on own and other departments within a function.

Leadership and Talent Management

• Primarily leads supervisors and/or experienced professionals who exercise latitude and independence in assignments. May have matrixed responsibilities for both direct and indirect reports.

Organizational Impact

• Establishes operational, functional, and/or business plans with mid-to long-term impact on function results (e.g., 3 to 5 years). Typically has budget accountability for area of responsibility and/or department.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required: medical school accreditation experience required

Desired: PhD, EdD, or equivalent desired

Additional Information

The offer for this position will be based on internal equity and the candidate's qualifications.

Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include:

Required:

Cover letter

Curriculum Vita (CV)

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to: Anna Godwin, Research Faculty Recruitment, Anna.Godwin@osumc.edu.

The College

The OSUWMC is consistently ranked among the top 40 medical schools in the United States and among the top 15 public universities. OSUWMC is home to over 20 research centers and institutes and 25 core research laboratories that promote collaboration among experts from virtually all colleges, departments and divisions of Ohio State University. The Ohio State University is one of the premier research institutes in the nation with more than $160 million in research funding annually.

The Ohio State University College of Medicine is a leader in innovative programs, initiatives and curriculum because of our collaborative spirit, our clear vision and our strong ability to continually evolve to meet ever-changing demands in medicine. Careful strategic planning is key to our success.

The OSUWMC enrolls ~200 students/year in medical school.

Our faculty, staff and learners all played a vital role in the development of our new strategic plan. The plan provides foresight into our collective future and affords countless opportunities to imagine and realize amazing new ways to deliver health care and health care education.

With this plan, our ambition is to be a college of medicine that transforms the health of all communities through innovative education, discovery and care. The Ohio State University College of Medicine will deliver on this ambition by manifesting a culture where people feel valued, have the opportunity to thrive and excel, care for themselves and each other, and celebrate the richness of individual backgrounds and experiences.

The dynamic discovery, innovative clinical care and top-notch learning activities taking place across our academic medical center all ladder up to our ambition. By providing unmatched facilities and support, our future discoveries will translate into transformational treatments and improved wellness for the communities we serve.

The University

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of Americas leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

Grounded in Ohio State Universitys Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established central resources to focus on offering support to new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual career partner consultation, potential employer and/or employment opportunity identification, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are available. More information about dual career and faculty recruitment can be found here.

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is a member of the Michigan, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania & West Virginia HERC.

Located in Ohios capital city, Ohio States Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and vibrant metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.