Assistant Dean of Curriculum, Duluth Campus

University of Minnesota; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 84,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Tuition support

Health benefits

HSA contributions

Disability and life insurance

Employee wellbeing program

Retirement plans with employer contrib

PSLF opportunity

Financial counseling services

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Minnesota Medical School—Duluth Campus seeks an Assistant Dean for Clinical Curriculum to provide oversight, vision, and strategy across the Serve clinical curriculum for the MD program on the Duluth campus. This role leads continuous improvement with input from faculty and students and ensures adherence to evidence-based best practice.

The position collaborates with the Twin Cities and St.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Active clinical practice with at least 5 years experience.
• Experience with medical student teaching.

Responsibilities

• Partner with medical school leadership to develop clinical curricula meeting objectives.
• Design and implement evidence-based curricular changes across campuses.
• Collaborate to ensure LCME accreditation standards compliance.
• Expand rural learning opportunities and clerkship sites (RPAP).
• Lead curricular operations for the Duluth MD program and regional initiatives.
• Support assessment, evaluation, and continuous curriculum improvement.

Skills

Executive function

Reliability

Planning

Strategy

Organization

Emotional intelligence

Medical student teaching

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

About the Job

In this role, the Assistant Dean for Clinical Curriculum provides oversight, vision, and strategy across the Serve clinical curriculum for medical students in the Undergraduate Medical Education program on the Duluth campus. The Assistant Dean is responsible for leading continuous improvement in the curriculum to consistently achieve the outcomes of the Serve Curriculum. This will be accomplished with significant input from faculty and students and adherence to evidence-based best practice. This position collaborates directly with the Assistant Dean for Clinical Curriculum (Twin Cities) and reports to the Duluth Regional Campus Associate Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education.

Position Overview

About the Job

In this role, the Assistant Dean for Clinical Curriculum provides oversight, vision, and strategy across the Serve clinical curriculum for medical students in the Undergraduate Medical Education program on the Duluth campus. The Assistant Dean is responsible for leading continuous improvement in the curriculum to consistently achieve the outcomes of the Serve Curriculum. This will be accomplished with significant input from faculty and students and adherence to evidence-based best practice. This position collaborates directly with the Assistant Dean for Clinical Curriculum (Twin Cities) and reports to the Duluth Regional Campus Associate Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education.

Key Candidate Attributes

The Assistant Dean must have a high level of executive function, reliability, planning, strategy, organization, and emotional intelligence. They must have the ability to work closely with faculty, motivating and empowering them to be productive, accountable, and creative. The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and supportive environment for all members of the UME community. Additionally, the Assistant Dean must be a visible, engaging leader, building and maintaining strong and collaborative relationships with all partners on the school’s three campuses including medical school leadership, community members, faculty, staff, and students.

Outcomes of the University of Minnesota Medical School Serve Curriculum

• Learning objectives are designed to ensure students meet graduation competencies and will map to the required clinical experiences and the Core EPAs .
• Following completion of the Serve Curriculum, all students will be prepared to demonstrate the 13 Core EPAs, without direct supervision, across all required clinical experiences.
• In combination with dedicated, structured study and preparation outlined in the curriculum, all students will be prepared for successful completion of USMLE Step 1 and Step 2CK.

Duties/Responsibilities

40% Administrative Appointment

Curricular Strategy

• Partner with key invested parties across the Medical School (all campuses) and our communities to develop clinical curricula that meet program learning objectives as well as societal health care workforce needs.
• In partnership with other leaders, faculty, staff, and students, explore, design, and implement evidence-based curricular changes that are innovative, competency-based, and aligned with the UME Strategic Plan
• Collaborate with the Foundational Curriculum team to provide administrative leadership to innovate, develop, and ensure and integrated curriculum across all three campuses that is in compliance with LCME accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with the Rural Physician Associate Program (RPAP) to ensure ongoing and expansion of opportunities for learners in rural areas.
• Collaborate with medical school, departmental and affiliate educational leadership on all three campuses to develop, maintain, and improve existing clinical clerkship site and longitudinal integrated clerkships and create new clinical opportunities for students, with a specific focus on the Duluth region.

Curriculum Operations

• Provide leadership and day-to-day direction, coordination, and implementation of a successful clinical curriculum for the MD program on the Duluth Campus.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Curriculum Teams on the Twin Cities and St. Cloud Campuses for day-to-day curricular management and delivery.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Skills and 1Health Course Directors to prepare all students for the Clinical Immersion phase of the Serve Curriculum and eventual entrustment on the 13 CoreEPAs prior to graduation
• Communicate and collaborate with affiliate training sites regarding the implementation of curricular changes, onboarding, resource distribution and site-based faculty and staff infrastructure
• Collaborate with specialty directors and specialty leads to develop implement, and continuously improve a customized Specialty-Specific Transitions phase that prepares students to apply, match, and excel their chosen residency training program on the Duluth campus

Executive Leadership and Team Functioning

• Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education, Duluth to shape strategy and oversee operations for the clinical curriculum.
• Collaborate with Student Affairs on student progression, residency preparation, The Match, and continuous improvement of the clinical learning environment
• Collaborate with Assessment and Evaluation on student assessment, graduation requirements, program evaluation, and continuous improvement of the curriculum
• Provide leadership and mentorship to faculty educational leaders and contributors working in the curriculum.
• Develop a community of clinical educators in the Duluth region.
• Interface with key leaders on the Duluth campus, including Department Chairs, faculty, students, and staff.
• Conduct scholarly work related to medical education and/or other areas of research in foundational, social, or behavioral sciences
• Serve on Medical School committees as assigned

Reporting relationship

Associate Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education, Duluth

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Active clinical practice with at least 5 years experience
• Experience with medical student teaching

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of LCME accreditation standards and continuous review and improvement processes to ensure compliance
• Three years or more experience in medical education administration/educational leadership positions
• Evidence of scholarship and innovation in the areas of teaching and learning in medical education
• Knowledge in the science of learning and experience in implementing novel evidence-based strategies in medical education
• Demonstrated ability and experience in working with a varied group of educators

Applicants must submit their CV along with a cover letter and a statement of their teaching philosophy

About The Department

Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians, scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery.

The mission of the regional campus located in Duluth is to be a national leader in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. In partnership with CentraCare, the regional campus in St. Cloud offers a wide range of patient experiences throughout students’ education in Greater Minnesota and prepares them to become exceptional clinicians and leaders for rural and immigrant populations.

Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota Medical School has three campuses. A four-year MD program and the MD/PhD program are located on the Twin Cities campus in addition to MD programs at regional campuses in Duluth and St. Cloud.

Pay And Benefits

Pay Range: $84,000 - $100,000 at 0.4 FTE; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 40% Administrative Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Includes

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer‑paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University Of Minnesota

University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium‑sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work‑life flexibility.