Assistant Dean for Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)

Assistant Dean for Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Posting Details Posting Number: F2575P Working Title: Assistant Dean for Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Department: SOM-Academic Affairs Posting Type: External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type: Employee Benefits Eligibility: Eligible underutilization Advertised Salary: Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. Anticipated Start Date: 02/01/2026 Effective End Date: (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date: 11/17/2025 Job Closing Date: Open until filled. EEO Statement University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (View email address on click.appcast.io). Position Summary The Assistant Dean for Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) ensures that UGA SOM meets its educational goals for medical student programs while advancing excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. This role oversees monitoring of strategic plan goals, accreditation standards, identifies areas for improvement, and provides data-informed recommendations to school leadership. Minimum Qualifications MD, DO, PhD, EdD Additional Requirements At least two years of experience with quality improvement and accreditation in higher education or healthcare. At least five years of experience in medical education as a teacher, administrator, or academic leader. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Physicians in the School of Medicine are expected to maintain an active Georgia state medical license, board certification, and a DEA license. Three years experience with quality management platforms, data dashboards, and analytics. Three years experience building faculty or staff engagement in institutional improvement initiatives. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Familiarity with LCME accreditation standards and processes. Demonstrated success leading CQI initiatives in a medical education environment. Demonstrated success using CQI models (PDSA, Lean, Six Sigma) to provide structure and process for driving improvement. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, including faculty, administrators, staff, and students. Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex priorities simultaneously. Proficiency in data analysis, performance monitoring, and reporting to support CQI and strategic planning. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and accountability. Physical Demands Working in a standard office environment. Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)? Yes Duties / Responsibilities Chair the SOM CQI Committee, composed of faculty and administrative representatives, to engage the broader community in quality improvement. Develop and maintain project management systems and tools to track CQI activities, improvement plans, and strategic plan progress. Develop and oversee the CQI dashboard to monitor trends, goal progression, outcomes, and potential improvement opportunities. Work in partnership with administrators, faculty, staff, and committees to align accreditation requirements, CQI processes, and the School’s Strategic Plan. Lead the collection, analysis, and synthesis of accreditation-related and quality-related data to support reports and communications with, and subsequent decision making by leadership and relevant stakeholders. Contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and documentation required for LCME accreditation and continuous readiness. Support the FAL with CQI related data/information needed for preparing self-studies, progress reports, and other required submissions to the LCME. Collaborate with the Assistant Dean for Assessment and Evaluation to ensure the integration of assessment data into CQI efforts. Oversee and support faculty, staff, and student education and engagement in CQI. Work with the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and other leaders to ensure that CQI processes inform ongoing curriculum management, student support, and strategic planning. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Georgia