Associate Dean of Student Affairs & Director of Admissions

Mercer University School of Medicine; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Tuition waivers

Paid vacation and sick leave

Technology discounts

Job summary

Mercer University School of Medicine is seeking an Associate Dean of Student Affairs and Director of Admissions to lead student services and admissions across the Columbus campus. The role couples strategic oversight with hands-on management of programs impacting education, career counseling, and residency planning.

The ideal candidate will have a terminal health sciences degree (MD preferred) and 3+ years in medical school administration, with strong collaboration, communication, and mentoring

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in health sciences; MD preferred.
• Three years of experience in medical school administration or educational leadership.
• Knowledge of medical school admissions processes (MCAT, AMCAS, ERAS, NRMP, USMLE).
• Ability to supervise faculty and programs across multiple MUSM campus locations.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other units within the medical school and university-wide.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to mentor faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of student services and admissions programs.
• Allocate resources and staff to programs to ensure quality and accreditation.
• Uphold MUSM mission and act as advocate/spokesperson for the school.
• Support recruitment, residency planning and student success initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Terminal degree in health sciences

MD preferred

Job description

Job Title

Associate Dean of Student Affairs & Director of Admissions

Department

Internal Medicine

College/Division

School Of Medicine

Primary Job Posting Location

Columbus, GA 31901

Additional Job Posting Locations

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details

The Mercer University School of Medicine (MUSM) Dean's Office seeks an Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Director of Admissions to serve as campus leadership in Columbus, Georgia.

The Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Director of Admissions works directly with the Senior Associate Dean of Admissions and Student Affairs to provide overall leadership and oversight of the programs that support students and enhance their educational experience in the School of Medicine. They will work to support efforts in the areas of career counseling, professional development of students, academic advising, and residency planning and shall allocate resources (funds, space, staff and faculty) to these programs, so as to ensure their quality, maintain appropriate accreditation, and be responsive to the needs of the students. Additionally, they are responsible for upholding the mission of the school and in all aspects of the MD student recruitment and selection process on behalf of the School and serves as a highly visible advocate and spokesperson for MUSM and its mission.

The selected candidate is expected to understand, promote and strongly support the mission of the School of Medicine. For over thirty years, MUSM has focused on training medical students to fulfill its mission of preparing healthcare professionals to meet the primary care and health care needs of rural and underserved Georgia residents and communities. Emphasizing interactive and problem-based teaching strategies, our student-centered faculty provides a conceptual and practical foundation that equips graduates to serve the state of Georgia and those in most need in this state. Through teaching, scholarship, and service, students and faculty work closely to have local, regional, national, and international impact.

Responsibilities

The Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Director of Admissions works directly with the Senior Associate Dean of Admissions and Student Affairs to provide overall leadership and oversight of the programs that support students and enhance their educational experience in the School of Medicine. They will work to support efforts in the areas of career counseling, professional development of students, academic advising, and residency planning and shall allocate resources (funds, space, staff and faculty) to these programs, so as to ensure their quality, maintain appropriate accreditation, and be responsive to the needs of the students. Additionally, they are responsible for upholding the mission of the school and in all aspects of the MD student recruitment and selection process on behalf of the School and serves as a highly visible advocate and spokesperson for MUSM and its mission.

The selected candidate is expected to understand, promote and strongly support the mission of the School of Medicine. For over thirty years, MUSM has focused on training medical students to fulfill its mission of preparing healthcare professionals to meet the primary care and health care needs of rural and underserved Georgia residents and communities. Emphasizing interactive and problem-based teaching strategies, our student-centered faculty provides a conceptual and practical foundation that equips graduates to serve the state of Georgia and those in most need in this state. Through teaching, scholarship, and service, students and faculty work closely to have local, regional, national, and international impact.

Qualifications

Candidates must have the following:

• Hold a terminal degree in the health sciences field. Candidates with an M.D. are preferred.
• Three years of experience in medical school administration/ educational leadership/medical administration positions
• Must be knowledgeable about all aspects of the application process to medical school and residency including the MCAT, AMCAS, ERAS, VSLO, NRMP, USMLE, criminal background checks, and letters of reference.
• Ability to manage a major unit of the medical school and provide supervision of faculty, curriculum, & accreditation at all three MUSM campus locations.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and to work collaboratively with other units within the medical school and university-wide to support the mission of the medical school.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with faculty and school leadership.
• Ability to mentor faculty and staff.

Background Check Contingencies

• Criminal History

Required Document Attachments

• CV/Resume
• Cover letter
• List of three professional references with contact information

About Mercer University

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer's twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer's employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.

For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Family

Executive and Senior Managers

EEO Statement

EEO/Veteran/Disability