Assistant Dean for Medical Education, Post-Clerkship Curriculum

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Assistant Dean for Medical Education to enhance the post-clerkship curriculum. This pivotal role involves collaboration with faculty and departments to design, implement, and assess curriculum innovations, ensuring alignment with medical education standards. The successful candidate will lead quality improvement initiatives, manage faculty course directors, and engage in strategic planning. Join a vibrant academic community committed to excellence in medical education and student support, where your contributions will shape the future of healthcare education.

Qualifications

• Must hold a terminal degree (M.D. or D.O.) and have 5+ years in medical education.
• Experience in curriculum development and clinical education is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee post-clerkship curriculum and collaborate with faculty and departments.
• Lead continuous quality improvement initiatives for medical education.

Skills

Medical Education

Curriculum Development

Program Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

M.D. or D.O. degree

Job description

Faculty

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Office of Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) | Office of Medical Education (OME)

Job Title: Open Rank - Assistant, Associate, and Professor

Working Title: Assistant Dean for Medical Education, Post-Clerkship Curriculum

Position #: 00833638 - Requisition #:36744

Job Summary:	The Office of Medical Education at the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CUSOM) is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Dean of Medical Education, Post-Clerkship Curriculum, within the Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) Office at the Anschutz Medical Campus (AMC). Reporting to the Associate Dean for Medical Education, Post-Clerkship Curriculum, the Assistant Dean for Medical Education, Post-Clerkship Curriculum is responsible for collaborating with SOM faculty, departments, other curriculum deans, SOM leadership, and staff to design, implement, assess, manage, enhance, and innovate the post-clerkship curriculum for medical students, along with related longitudinal curricular elements and programs which cross all phases of the curriculum. This includes ensuring the effective distribution and integration of leadership, curiosity, and commitment throughout the curriculum. Key responsibilities involve hiring and working with faculty course directors and working with the staff managers and coordinators, developing learner assessments and tracking tools, leading or participating in regular curricular meetings and engaging with relevant stakeholders, including those at the Fort Collins Branch campus, assisting with accreditation processes, ensuring data-driven quality assurance, contribute to budgeting planning, and overseeing ongoing curriculum updates, innovations, and dissemination. Supervision Received: This position reports directly to the Associate Dean of Medical Education, Post-Clerkship Curriculum Supervision Exercised: This position supervises the following faculty Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) roles, Advanced Science Course (ASC) Directors Acting Internship Relevant Longitudinal Curriculum/Program Directors including Mentored Scholarly Activities, Global Health Track, Research Track Key Responsibilities: Management of Acting Internships & Electives Oversee faculty Course Directors and work closely with Course Coordinators and staff leadership to achieve curriculum goals for Acting Internships & Electives. Coordinate with Departments, students, and advising offices to optimize course offerings, scheduling, and individual student needs. Lead continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of Acting Internships & Electives. Management of Advanced Science Courses Curriculum Oversee Advanced Science Course Directors and collaborate with coordinators and staff leadership to achieve curriculum goals and maintain consistency across campuses. Ensure continuous curriculum improvement through data-driven evaluation and quality enhancement initiatives. Management of Relevant Longitudinal Curricula & Programs Oversee faculty Program Directors and collaborate with coordinators and staff leadership to manage and integrate Mentored Scholarly Activities, specialty tracks, and Basecamps while ensuring continuous quality improvement and participating in budget oversight. Committee Leadership and Governance Lead Post-Clerkship Committee (PCC) meetings, including agenda setting, documentation, and delegation of tasks. Participate in key curriculum and leadership committees while refining assessments, outcomes, policies, and procedures for the Post-Clerkship phase. Student Support and Engagement Support students in the Post-Clerkship phase through orientations, direct teaching, mentorship, and participate and collaborate on faculty development for Compass Guides. Innovations & New Initiatives Drive curriculum innovation and continuous quality improvement for the post-clerkship and longitudinal phases, ensuring alignment with medical education standards, accreditation requirements, and best practices. Foster cross-departmental and interprofessional collaborations to enhance clinical training, specialty advising, student engagement, and the dissemination of curricular advancements through research and presentations. This description provides a general overview of the work to be performed and is not meant to be exhaustive. The specific allocation of responsibilities will be determined collaboratively between the Associate Dean and the individual in this role. Duties may evolve over time or in response to business needs. The supervisor and/or hiring authority retain the discretion to add or remove responsibilities as necessary.
Work Location:	Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule as needed for teaching and in-person meetings. Work location will be in Aurora, Colorado
Why Join Us:	The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $757 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here.
Equal Opportunity Statement:	The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Qualifications:	Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below: Assistant Professor- Must hold a M.D., D.O degree or equivalent terminal degree Eligible for a faculty appointment in the CU School of Medicine at the Assistant Professor rank. At least 5 years of experience in medical education or healthcare education, including curriculum development, clinical education, or program management. Associate Professor- Must hold a M.D., D.O degree or equivalent terminal degree Eligible for a faculty appointment in the CU School of Medicine at the Associate Professor rank. At least 5 years of experience in medical education or healthcare education, including curriculum development, clinical education, or program management. Professor- Must hold a M.D., D.O degree or equivalent terminal degree Eligible for a faculty appointment in the CU School of Medicine at the Professor rank. At least 5 years of experience in medical education or healthcare education, including curriculum development, clinical education, or program management. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge and experience of the CU School of Medicine and its curriculum. Demonstrated experience with both medical student didactic and clinical curricula. Leadership experience, including supervising teams, managing budgets, and collaborating across organizational levels. Previous experience developing and implementing strategic initiatives. Proven experience working with community organizations and healthcare facilities Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent written and oral communication Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships across multidisciplinary teams. Strong understanding of clinical education models and medical education curricula. Ability to cultivate relationships with people who enjoy teaching, who can inspire students and support the educational process and values of life-long learning of the CU School of Medicine.
How to Apply:	For full consideration, please submit the following document(s): 1.A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position 2.Curriculum vitae / Resume 3.Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Questions should be directed to: Chirstina Riemer, [e-mail]
Screening of Applications Begins:	Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by May 30, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Anticipated Pay Range:	The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE: Assistant Professor: $37,500 - $100,000, representing an estimated 0.3- 0.4 FTE salary support plus benefits. The final offer will be capped at $250,000 annually and will depend on the individual's current 1.0 FTE salary. Associate Professor: $37,500 - $100,000, representing an estimated 0.3- 0.4 FTE salary support plus benefits. The final offer will be capped at $250,000 annually and will depend on the individual's current 1.0 FTE salary. Professor: $37,500 - $100,000, representing an estimated 0.3- 0.4 FTE salary support plus benefits. The final offer will be capped at $250,000 annually and will depend on the individual's current 1.0 FTE salary. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
ADA Statement:	The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].
Background Check Statement:	The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement:	CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.

Application Materials Required:Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Job Category:Faculty

Primary Location:Aurora

Department:U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver-20038 - SOM-DEAN EO UME

Schedule:Part-time

Posting Date:Apr 30, 2025

Unposting Date:Ongoing

Posting Contact Name:Christina Riemer

Posting Contact Email:[e-mail]

Position Number:00833638