Director, Medical Education Administration

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Rootstown Township (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,117 - 81,690; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Coverage

Retirement benefits with employer plan

Paid time off and holidays

Hybrid work environment with remote‑y

Job summary

Join Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) as Director, Medical Education Administration to provide strategic leadership for the medical education curriculum and ensure accreditation‑aligned delivery.

You will oversee curriculum operations, lead the team, manage budget, and optimize systems like Canvas, Oasis, and ExamSoft while fostering a learner‑centered environment and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Evidence of supervisory and leadership skills.
• Experience with performance/process improvement and Lean methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the medical education curriculum.
• Lead and mentor the curriculum operations team and develop policies for efficient delivery.
• Oversee budget planning, monitoring, and reporting for Medical Education.
• Standardize internal processes and system utilization (Canvas, Oasis, ExamSoft).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Process improvement

Change management

Lean Six Sigma

Budget management

Curriculum delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Canvas

Oasis

ExamSoft

Job description

Director, Medical Education Administration

Position Type: Admin/Professional

Department: COM Medical Education

Full or Part Time: Full Time

Pay Grade: MN11

Summary

The Director of Med Ed Administration provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the medical education curriculum at a community-based medical school. This role ensures the curriculum is effectively delivered, continuously improved, and aligned with accreditation standards. The director works closely with faculty, staff, students, and community partners to support a learner‑centered, service‑oriented educational environment.

Principal Functional Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery and Support: Manage the implementation of the curriculum as designed by the curriculum committee, in collaboration with the course directors. Lead process management and improvement projects that enhance efficiency and reduce administrative burden. Coordinate with faculty, staff, and other departments to support curriculum delivery and student success. Independently anticipate and mitigate challenges.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the curriculum operations team to ensure smooth delivery of the curriculum in collaboration with Office of Medical Education leadership. Supervise, train and evaluate the performance of staff. Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective delivery of curriculum operations. Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that promotes professional growth and development.
• Budget Management and Oversight: Oversee the Medical Education budget, including planning, monitoring, and reporting. Ensure compliance with university financial policies.
• System Optimization: Oversee system utilization, e.g., Canvas, Oasis, and ExamSoft. Serve as liaison with other college and university offices to ensure effective use of systems. Standardize internal processes and procedures for system utilization.
• Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Evidence of supervisory and leadership skills
• Experience in performance/process improvement, change management, Lean implementation

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Lean Six Sigma experience

Physical Requirements

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

Department Specific Information

Join Northeast Ohio Medical University’s (NEOMED) College of Medicine. 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 a Director, Medical Education Administration in the College of Medicine, who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment. Serve as a key leader in shaping and advancing the medical education curriculum, ensuring excellence in program delivery, continuous improvement, and compliance with accreditation standards while fostering an exceptional learner experience.

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.

Salary and Benefits

Starting Salary Range: $70,117 - $81,690, commensurate with experience

Benefits & Perks

• 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). Educational benefits with partner universities. Ongoing investment in professional growth through on‑site training and Lean Six Sigma certification. Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work‑life balance.

To apply, visit https://neomed.peopleadmin.com/postings/6817

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. § 1681 et seq.), NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.