Assistant Dean for Student Affairs

Overview:

The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University invites applications for an Assistant Dean for Student Affairs a 12-month position with a 50% FTE commitment. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs the Assistant Dean will be a valued member of the Office of Student Affairs leadership team and play an important role in supporting the success development and well-being of our medical students.

The Assistant Dean works closely with the Associate Dean for Student Affairs to implement coordinate and continuously enhance programs and services that support students throughout their medical education. This includes initiatives focused on:

• Academic success and student support
• Personal and professional development
• Career exploration and preparation
• Student well-being and wellness
• A positive inclusive and supportive educational experience

This is a highly collaborative role with significant direct engagement with medical students. The Assistant Dean partners with faculty staff course and clerkship leadership and colleagues across the School of Medicine and University to help create an environment in which students can thrive.

The Assistant Dean may maintain as appropriate teaching responsibilities in School of Medicine courses or clerkships provided those responsibilities do not involve the academic evaluation of students.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of future physicians. The successful candidate will bring a collaborative student-focused approach and a commitment to creating an educational environment where medical students feel supported respected connected and empowered to succeed.

About Quinnipiac:

Quinnipiac University is a private coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9700 students in more than 100-degree programs through its Schools of Business Communications Computing & Engineering Education Health Sciences Law Medicine Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences. Our 20 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success boasting national and conference titles - including a 2023 NCAA national championship win in mens ice hockey a trip to the Sweet 16 for our womens basketball team and NCAA Tournament appearances by many of our programs. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. The Wall Street Journal ranked Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation and second in Connecticut for our exceptional graduation rate salary impact learning facilities career preparation and learning opportunities.

The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners the development of innovative strategic partnerships and recently opened South Quad with three state-of-the-art buildings.

As Quinnipiac grows the university remains guided by the core values that define our community and shapes the experience of every student and employee.

• We are fiercely committed to ensuring every Bobcat thrives. We are a lifelong partner for every learner.
• We passionately care about our community. Everyone should feel welcome and valued.
• We boldly shape our universitys future. We will forge a path of impact together.

These values are the foundation of who we are and reflect the Quinnipiac spirit found across our campuses. For more information please visit . Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook Instagram YouTube TikTok and X.

Responsibilities:

Student Support Advising and Well-Being

• Provide individualized academic professional and personal guidance to medical students and assist students in navigating challenges that may affect their progress or educational experience.
• Support the Associate Dean for Student Affairs in developing and implementing programs that promote student success well-being resilience and professional growth.
• Identify students who may benefit from additional support and facilitate timely connection with appropriate School of Medicine and University resources.
• Collaborate with faculty course and clerkship leadership academic support services the Office of Accessibility mental health and wellness resources and other partners to support students while maintaining appropriate confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Serve as a visible accessible and trusted member of the Office of Student Affairs and promote a culture of respect belonging and student-centered support.

Advising and Mentoring Programs

• Provide leadership for designated components of the School of Medicines student advising and mentoring programs under the direction of the Associate Dean for Student Affairs.
• Recruit orient support and serve as a resource to faculty participating in student advising
• Develop and deliver resources programming and faculty development that enhance the quality and consistency of student advising.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of advising and mentoring programs and contribute to their ongoing development and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with the Associate Dean and other School of Medicine leaders on initiatives related to coaching mentoring professional identity formation and student development.

Career Development and Residency Advising

• Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Student Affairs and other faculty and staff to support the Schools comprehensive career advising program including specialty exploration residency preparation and Match-related programming.
• Provide career advising to students across all phases of medical education including guidance related to specialty choice professional development and preparation for residency.
• Assist in the development and delivery of workshops advising resources and programming related to residency applications interviewing specialty selection and Match preparation.
• Contribute to other residency application and Match-related processes as assigned by the Associate Dean for Student Affairs.

Student Programming and Engagement

• Collaborate with Student Affairs leadership and staff in the development and delivery of programming across the medical student experience.
• Participate in planning and implementation of major student programs and events including Orientation White Coat Ceremony Match Day Recommitment Ceremony Commencement and other milestone events.
• Support initiatives that promote student belonging and engagement leadership development community-building and professional identity formation.
• Represent the Office of Student Affairs at School of Medicine programs meetings and events as requested by the Associate Dean.

Student Progress and Advocacy

• Support the Associate Dean for Student Affairs in matters related to student progress promotion professionalism and academic support.
• Participate in meetings and committees related to student progress and performance as appropriate to the role.
• Help students understand processes related to academic progress promotion remediation and other relevant policies while maintaining appropriate separation between student support/advocacy and student assessment.
• Collaborate with appropriate faculty and staff to facilitate individualized support plans and resources for students when needed.

Program Evaluation Accreditation and Continuous Quality Improvement

• Collaborate with the Associate Dean and Student Affairs staff in collecting reviewing and analyzing data related to student advising career development well-being engagement and other Student Affairs programs.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement efforts designed to assess and enhance Student Affairs programs and the student experience.
• Assist with preparation of documentation and data related to LCME accreditation requirements and other institutional reporting needs relevant to Student Affairs.
• Participate in the development implementation and periodic review of Student Affairs policies procedures programs and resources.

Leadership and Administration

• Support the Associate Dean for Student Affairs in carrying out the mission and priorities of the Office of Student Affairs.
• Work collaboratively with the Director of Student Affairsother members of the Student Affairs team and University offices to ensure coordinated responsive and student-centered services.
• Represent the Associate Dean for Student Affairs at meetings committees programs or events when requested and when appropriate to the responsibilities of the role.
• Handle sensitive and confidential student matters with discretion empathy professionalism and sound judgment.
• Participate in the Office of Student Affairs system for responding to urgent student needs outside of regular business hours as assigned.

Education Requirements:

• MD or PhD required; a physician degree is in education or behavioral psychology preferred

Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience in undergraduate medical education and demonstrated experience advising mentoring coaching or supporting medical students is required.
• Demonstrated commitment to medical student success well-being professional development and career preparation.
• Knowledge of the medical education continuum including medical school academic requirements specialty and career decision-making residency application processes and expectations for successful transition to graduate medical education.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish trusting and effective relationships with students.
• Excellent written oral and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively with students faculty staff and institutional leaders.
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to develop implement coordinate and evaluate programs.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion empathy professionalism and sound judgment.
• Familiarity with LCME accreditation standards and best practices in medical student affairs advising career development and student support is preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and contact information for three references.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $120000-$132500. At the time of offer the final salary will be determined based on the selected candidates qualifications including relevant education experience skills and competencies as well as internal equity and market considerations. Quinnipiac University offers eligible full-time faculty and staff a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance life insurance paid time off education benefits and retirement benefits.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where individuals feel valued supported and experience a strong sense of belonging.

Required Experience:

Junior IC