Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Admissions and Associate Professor/Full Professor (UPDATED)

Florida Atlantic University; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Admissions to lead the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine. This role involves overseeing student affairs and admissions, enhancing student support from recruitment through graduation.

The ideal candidate will have an MD or DO degree, significant experience in medical education, and skills in leadership and team development. Applications are being accepted until July 28, 2026.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in undergraduate medical education.
• Florida medical license or eligibility preferred.
• Experience in medical student affairs and recruitment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead support for medical students from recruitment to graduation.
• Strengthen the Office of Student Affairs.
• Align student affairs programming with curriculum.

Skills

Leadership

Student Affairs Management

Medical Education Experience

Team Development

Education

MD or DO degree

Credentials for professor rank

Job description

Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Admissions

The Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University is recruiting for a key faculty leadership role. The Associate Dean will oversee student affairs, admissions, and financial aid, leading a team that supports medical students from recruitment through graduation and match.

Responsibilities

• Lead an integrated portfolio supporting medical students from recruitment and admissions through progression, key milestones, match, and graduation.
• Strengthen the Office of Student Affairs as the central hub for support and guidance, ensuring a cohesive, student‑centered experience.
• Align student affairs programming with the curriculum and medical education leadership.
• Build and develop a high‑performing team, clarifying roles and providing professional growth opportunities.
• Establish effective relationships with institutional partners and represent the college with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Credentials that merit appointment at the rank of associate or full professor.
• At least five years of experience in undergraduate medical education.
• Florida medical license or eligibility for Florida licensure, board eligibility or certification (preferred).
• At least five years of experience in medical student affairs and recruitment (preferred).

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience.
• College or Department: Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine.
• Location: Boca Raton.

Application Process

• Submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the leadership themes through the WittKieffer Candidate Portal.
• Applications must be received by July 28, 2026.
• Applicants may need to submit transcripts and a background screening as part of the hiring process.
• Previously submitted applications remain under consideration and need not be resubmitted.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination.