Assistant Dean, Student Success

Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED); Rootstown Township (OH); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Educational benefits

Lean Six Sigma training

Professional development

Job summary

NEOMED in Rootstown, Ohio, invites applications for Assistant Dean of Student Success. The role leads student conduct and professionalism, oversees residency applications, and directs academic advising for M1–M4 students.

You will collaborate with offices across the university and clinical partners to support student success and uphold professional standards. The position offers a starting salary range of $127,968 to $149,296, with a hybrid work environment after six months and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required and licensure to practice.
• Minimum five years of experience with students in higher education student personnel/administration.
• Experience with residency match processes and curriculum development, advising or counseling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain student conduct and professionalism standards for the College.
• Develop and manage Academic Success and Career Advising initiatives for medical students.
• Oversee residency applications and Match processes to ensure compliance and timely outcomes.
• Provide administrative oversight of the Badging Program and participate in admissions/interviews as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Student affairs

Residency match knowledge

Advising/counseling

Education

MD or DO

Job description

Summary

The Assistant Dean of Student Success is responsible for engaging with students in all phases that lead to the successful completion of the medical degree program. This position provides direct administrative leadership for activities related to medical student conduct and professionalism processes within the medical school. Interacts internally with university shared service units and departments and externally with clinical sites.

Position Type

Admin/Professional

Department

COM Academic Affairs

Full or Part Time

Full Time

Pay Grade

MN14

Summary

The Assistant Dean of Student Success is responsible for engaging with students in all phases that lead to the successful completion of the medical degree program. This position provides direct administrative leadership for activities related to medical student conduct and professionalism processes within the medical school. Interacts internally with university shared service units and departments and externally with clinical sites.

Principal Functional Responsibilities

Student Conduct and Professionalism

Establish and maintain student conduct and professionalism standards for the college, create a robust coaching program, the Professionalism Success Team, focused on professionalism and conduct issues, and implement and enforce standards. Oversee and manage reporting of student misconduct or unprofessional behavior, ensures timely review, documentation, and resolution in accordance with institutional policies and accreditation standards. Collaborate with Student Services, medical education leadership, faculty, staff, students, and clinical partners to address professionalism concerns, guide appropriate follow-up actions, and support a learning environment that upholds the behavioral and ethical expectations of the medical profession.

Academic and Career Advising

Develop and maintain relationships with the Office of Medical Education, Learning Center and Academic and Career Advisors while managing a robust plan designed to advise students academically and identify students in need of academic support. Serve as career advisor to M1-M4 students assisting students in negotiating the complexities of elective choice, specialty choice and match. Participate in class meetings and other events related to academic success. Lead the Academic Success Team program, which includes basic scientists and clinical faculty who coach/counsel students identified at academic risk.

Residency Applications and Match

Participate in all NRMP/Match‑related processes to ensure medical students meet national requirements, adhere to timelines, and understand critical policies governing residency placement. In concert with the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, will ensure all policies and practices related to residency application and placement are updated yearly to the current standards across all matching specialties and programs. Provide student support throughout Match Week, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely resolution of issues that may affect student outcomes. Contribute to the creation, review, and quality assurance of Medical Student Performance Evaluations (MSPEs), a high‑stakes document essential to residency selection and institutional reputation.

Administrative Oversight

Oversee the Badging Program, a pioneering program that awards badges to recognize and celebrate students who demonstrate exceptional initiative by acquiring extracurricular, specialized knowledge and skills in areas of focus. May participate in admissions interviews and serve on other committees.

Other Duties

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O.
• Minimum five years' experience with students in higher education student personnel/administration.
• Five years' experience with residency match process preferred; curriculum development, advising or counseling experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Board certified

Physical Requirements

Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and screen and other office equipment.

Department Specific Information

Join Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) College of Medicine, Office of Academic Affairs

NEOMED is a mission-driven, community-based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking an Assistant Dean, Student Success, who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment. Lead programs and initiatives that empower medical students to thrive academically and professionally, overseeing student success, conduct, and professionalism efforts in collaboration with university and clinical partners.

At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team-based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply.

Starting Salary Range

$127,968 – $149,296, commensurate with experience

Benefits & Perks

NEOMED is committed to supporting your health, well-being, and long-term success—both at work and beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive.

Healthcare Coverage

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance

Retirement

• State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future

Paid Time Off

• Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year

Additional Benefits

• Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151)
• Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#3349-07-45)
• Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification
• Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance

NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C Sec. 1681 et seq.), NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.