Regional Associate Dean - Kearney, United States - University of Nebraska Medical Center

Description

Regional Associate Dean - Kearney Campus/ Faculty Rank DOQ


UNMC

is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location
Location

Kearney, NE

Requisition Number:

Requisition Number:
Department
Department

Dean College of Medicine
Business Unit(College/Institute)
Business Unit(College/Institute)

College of Medicine

FTE:
Academic –


TBD
Reg-Temp
Reg-Temp

Academic -
TBD
Work Schedule
Work Schedule

Academic
TBD
Requisition Category
Requisition Category

Faculty
Requisition Title
Requisition Title

Regional Associate Dean - Kearney Campus/ Faculty Rank DOQ
Job Title/Academic Rank
Job Title/Academic Rank

Regional Associate Dean - Kearney Campus/ Faculty Rank DOQ
Additional Requisition Title
Appointment Type
Appointment Type

M- REG ACAD ADMIN SAL
Salary Range
Salary Range

Salary Commensurate with Experience
Job/EEO Category
Job/EEO Category

Faculty
Job Requisition Begin Date
Job Requisition Begin Date

03/08/2024
Position Qualification
Position Summary

The University of Nebraska College of Medicine (
COM) is seeking an inaugural Regional Campus Associate Dean at Kearney (Regional Associate Dean) to lead the development of a four-year undergraduate medical school education program and an associated regional campus that will be centered on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Kearney (
UNK) as a part of the expansion of UNMC's Health Science Education Center (
HSEC).

The Kearney campus, which will be an integrated part of a single medical school, housed in Omaha, Nebraska is scheduled to matriculate its first entering class in August 2026.

The Regional Associate Dean will collaborate with


COM
leadership at the Omaha campus, as well as administration, faculty, and staff of other health professions based at the


HSEC,


UNK

Leadership and Nebraska University (NU) system leadership to meet the COM's goal of delivering the Training the Physicians of Tomorrow (
TPT) curriculum to medical students in central Nebraska.

We seek a leader with experience in successful innovation and improvement in medical education and the necessary energy, administrative and personal skills needed to lead this new venture.

The Regional Associate Dean will foster ongoing relationships between the stakeholders throughout greater Nebraska, including those at the governmental, philanthropic, community, and health system levels, in concert with


COM
faculty, administration, and current and potential future students to develop premier academic opportunities.

Primary responsibilities of the Regional Associate Dean include:
Facilitate the delivery of the


TPT
curriculum at the


HSEC
under the oversight of the


COM
Curriculum Committee and Associate Dean for Medical Education in close collaboration with the Office of Medical Education. Assist the Dean of the


COM

in developing a strategy to expand the College's educational programs in greater Nebraska, including both undergraduate and graduate medical education.

Work with greater Nebraska hospitals, health systems, physicians, and leadership, as well as the


COM
academic departments and senior leadership, to identify and recruit foundational science and physician faculty to teach at the


HSEC.
Serve as liaison for the


COM
to the community, nourishing relationships between the


COM
and its stakeholders.
Assist the Senior Associate Dean for Administration and Director of Finance in managing the relevant portions of the COM's budget as it applies to programs at the


HSEC.
Assist the Associate Dean for Medical Education to meet all relevant portions of


LCME
accreditation requirements.
Participate in


COM
leadership committees and standing committees as assigned.
Represent the


COM
in pertinent regional and national professional associations.
Work with current and potential medical students to ensure their active involvement in


COM
programs and activities in alignment with those taking place at the Omaha campus.

Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs, Assistant Deans, and staff of the Office of Admissions and Student Affairs on student recruitment efforts and management of student affairs issues.

Work to establish and promote an inclusive culture compatible with the mission of


UNMC
and the


COM.

Work with communities, preceptors, and affiliated health systems to monitor and encourage a healthy and productive clinical learning environment for students.

Advance and support the research mission of the


COM
and encourage student involvement in research and productivity.
Develop programs and processes to attract and retain the best students for the missions of the


COM
and needs of rural Nebraska.
Collaborate with the deans of other


UNMC
and


UNK
colleges to develop and support interdisciplinary programs.
Support and foster the development of continuing education programs for


HSEC
faculty and health care providers in the region in collaboration with the Center for Continuing Education

Create and support an inclusive working and learning environment that ensures all faculty, staff, and students are treated with dignity and respect.

Ensure


COM
faculty, students, and staff adhere to


COM,


UNMC, and NU policies and requirements related to compliance.
Assist in the development of philanthropic program development to support the Regional Campus.
Be visible and actively involved in the community of Kearney and others in central Nebraska.
MD,

MBBS , or DO degree (or equivalent) and board certified in their specialty or subspecialty.
Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Nebraska.
A passion for medical education, especially at a rural medical school campus.
Proficiency in English language skills.
At least 10 years of clinical practice experience.
Accomplishments that would qualify for appointment to the


UNMC

COM
faculty as an associate or full professor.
Experience teaching medical students and familiarity with, and ideally previous participation in, the organizational structure and procedures of a


COM.

Knowledge and preferably experience with addressing the challenges and opportunities of meeting healthcare needs and training physicians to practice in rural communities.

Experience in strategic and financial planning of academic and/or clinical organizations, including but not limited to budget development and management.

Continued involvement in clinical activities through part-time clinical practice.
Supplemental Qualifications

Teaching and management experience with an academic university, preferably directly involved with an undergraduate medical student education program.
Experience in medical education program development and assessment.
Clinical practice experience in a rural community, ideally one like those of central Nebraska.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.

Office environment

Other working environment

NA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
Bending, stooping, twisting

Occasionally
Crawling

Not Applicable
Driving
Driving

Occasionally
Kneeling
Kneeling

Not Applicable
Reaching
Reaching

Occasionally
Sitting

2-5 hours
Standing
Standing

Up to 2 hours
Squatting

Not Applicable
Walking
Walking

Up to 2 hours

EXPOSURES
Atmospheric
Atmospheric

No
Blood/body fluids
Blood/body fluids

No
Chemical hazards
Chemical hazards

No
Working on or around moving machinery
Working on or around moving machinery

No
Electrical current
Electrical current

No
Noise

No
Changes of temperature/humidity
Changes of temperature/humidity

No
Wear PPE
Wear PPE

No
Work with laboratory animals
Work with laboratory animals

No
Radiation
Operating hand/power tools
Operating hand/power tools

No
If you answered yes to any area above, please explain
Hand/Wrists
Fine Manipulation
Fine Manipulation

NA
Repetitive Motion
Repetitive Motion

NA
Grasping
Grasping

NA
If you selected any area above, please explain
Full extent of hand/wrist involvement and repetitive motion to be determined by academic activity.
Addtional
Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.
EEO Statement

EEO Statement
EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (
UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment.

UNMC
is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included.


UNMC

does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

UNMC

complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.

Required Documents

C.V.
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you possess an MD, DO, MBBS or equivalent degree?

Yes
No

• Are you board certified or board eligible?

Yes
No

• How did you hear about this position?

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