Director of Medical Education - College of Osteopathic Medicine
Duquesne University
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Posted: 15-Jan-25
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Employment Type:
Full-time
Organization Type:
Higher Education Institution
Required Education:
Master’s
Internal Number: 101020
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Medical Education will supervise and facilitate the daily operations of the Office of Medical Education at the Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine (DUQCOM). The position will require significant interaction with students, staff, and faculty, and an amicable professional demeanor is essential. The position reports to the Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs and Assessment and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support the Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs and Assessment and the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs on operation of the Office of Medical Education in achieving the mission of the College of Medicine.
Provide operational support for the Office of Academic Excellence with respect to student learning, support, and peer tutoring.
Work collaboratively with the Office of Student Affairs and the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with respect to student wellness and support.
Assist with the strategic planning process to foster a culture that promotes positive learning and student success.
Supervise and advise the Medical Education Specialists.
Supervise the posting of all teaching materials, including online course material.
Assure that all classroom resources and electronics are in proper working order, and monitor the aesthetics of the classroom. Notify facilities personnel for any necessary maintenance to electronics and classroom resources, and remove dated items from the classroom.
Oversee the compilation, formatting, and administration of all classroom exams.
Review all item analysis from exams with faculty and determine when to post grades for students, and work collaboratively with the Office of Assessment regarding the evaluation of performance outcomes.
Participate in the process of quality improvement of the curriculum based on course outcomes and faculty recommendations.
Maintain and calculate current grades in all classroom and laboratory courses.
Submit all final grades to the Medical Registrar.
Coordinate process by which students assess faculty instruction.
Organize and maintain Office of Medical Education files and records.
Maintain an up to date list of student and faculty access for Canvas, Altus, and Banner.
Develop and manage academic and block calendars and course syllabi, to ensure they are complete and accurate prior to release.
Participate in review and revision of policies and procedures pertinent to the Office of Medical Education.
Participate in student events including White Coat ceremony, graduation, orientation, accepted student’s day, etc.
Serve on College and University committees as assigned by the COM Dean.
Communicate effectively with all levels of faculty and students.
All other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises Medical Education Specialists
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum qualifications:
Master’s degree in Education or equivalent from an accredited institution.
Experience in administrative management or leadership position in a medical school or other institute of higher education
Preferred qualifications:
Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
Academic Commitment: A Strong sense of strategic, inclusive academic commitment linked to success in promoting change and driving organizational achievement, enhancing academic excellence and recognition, and fostering links to promote the school nationally
Collaboration: Demonstrated success with inter-professional collaboration in educational and clinical settings
Communicate: Exceptional written and oral communications, interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills
Diversity: A deeply rooted commitment to diversity and inclusion at all levels as one of the school’s institutional values.
Innovation: Ability to identify opportunities for the development and implementation of innovative solutions to meet or exceed colleagues’ and students’ needs; a champion of innovation and change.
Integrity: Impeccable personal and professional integrity; demonstrates integrity and honesty in decision-making and relationships
Personal Characteristics: High energy and enthusiasm balanced with a highly professional demeanor, entrepreneurial spirit, flexible and patient; approachable down-to-earth; creative
Relationship Building: Inclusive relationship style, with the ability to foster partnerships, work collaboratively across boundaries and achieve performance and results through others towards clearly established goals.
Results Orientation: Ability to foster a culture of delivery, responsibility, and accountability.
Commitment to the University’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and respect consistent with the University’s Mission. Demonstrated experience with, and understanding of, the broad diversity of the University community (students, faculty, staff and others).
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.
Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.
Duquesne University, a private, Catholic institution, prides itself on being mission-centered and mission-driven. Our employees contribute to our culture of academic excellence and our mission of serving God by serving students. In turn, they enjoy a supportive working environment that values individual talents, encourages teamwork and rewards accomplishments.
A nationally ranked top-tier university, Duquesne has established a legacy of excellence in liberal and professional education. Our 14:1 student-faculty ratio allows our students to work closely with expert faculty. Duquesne has also won accolades and recognition among the nation’s top 20 small research schools for our research initiatives and faculty productivity.
Situated on a 50-acre campus within the city, Duquesne provides a small-town feel in an urban setting. The Pittsburgh region offers a variety of cultural, education and professional opportunities, as well as a safe and affordable lifestyle.
We strive to attract, recruit and retain a dynamic, diverse workforce. Our employees benefit from an array of campus resources that provide convenience and cost savings, including a variety of dining options, a full-ser...vice Starbucks, a retail bank and credit union, a fitness center and year-round wellness programs and onsite parking. Employees also may take advantage of the many educational, cultural and sporting events sponsored by the university.