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UC San Diego

Associate Dean for Assessment and Faculty Development

UC San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189


Position Overview

Position Title:

Associate Dean for Assessment and Faculty DevelopmentSalary Range:

The pay range for this 50% Associate Dean position (other 50% will be covered by clinical and/or research to bring to 100%) is $120k to $181k. Salary is negotiated annually. Additional compensation may be available if the position completes clinical practice and has membership in the HSCP plan.Application WindowOpen Date:

November 6, 2023Most Recent Review Date:

Wednesday, Dec 6, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.Final Date:

Tuesday, Nov 5, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.Position Description

The Division of Medical Education at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine is recruiting for an Associate Dean for Assessment and Faculty Development. Reporting to the Vice Dean for Medical Education and working in collaboration with other Associate and Assistant Deans, the Associate Dean for Assessment and Faculty Development will provide strategic direction for assessment and faculty development initiatives across the continuum, from UME to GME to CPD. The candidate will also have a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic medicine.Specific Roles May Include:Competency AssessmentCreate a cohesive vision for competency assessment across the continuum that supports learning and decisions on progress.Leverage the principles of programmatic assessment during the design of assessment programs.In collaboration with UME educational leaders, lead the development of robust, multi-modal programs of assessment spanning all UME offerings that are fit for purpose.In partnership with the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education, optimize representation of both competency achievement and excellence in the Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE).Design programs of assessment that foster a growth rather than performance mindset in learners.Work with stakeholders to design transparent means to communicate UME assessment data to GME stakeholders post-match.In collaboration with GME leadership and program directors, develop robust, multi-modal programs of assessment that can be adapted by various GME programs.Ensure the validity and reliability of assessments across the continuum.Provide input into policies related to assessments in UME and GME.Evaluate assessments for bias and develop a plan to promote equity in assessment.Leverage technology to enhance feedback and assessment for learning.Develop predictive analytics to ensure early identification of learners in need of support.Develop stakeholder engagement strategies that bring together students, faculty, staff, and institutional leaders around assessment priorities.Provide evidence-based and theoretically grounded faculty and learner development related to assessment and competency-based education.Committee ServiceWork with the leadership of the UME CLEAR committee to review assessment data, reach consensus on readiness for progression, and convey feedback to learners.Faculty DevelopmentDevelop a strategic plan for faculty development that aligns with the School of Medicine's mission, vision, and strategic objectives.The chosen candidate would be expected to be appointed as a faculty member in an academic department within the School of Medicine, as aligned best with their clinical and/or scholarly interests and expertise.Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:Candidates must have a terminal degree such as a MD, DO or equivalent, PhD, EdD. Demonstrated leadership experience in assessment and faculty development. Strong understanding of medical education, research, and scholarship. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.Preferred Qualifications:Advanced training in health professions education (e.g., MHPE, MEd) is preferred.Application Requirements

Document Requirements:Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Cover LetterStatement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity.Misc / Additional (Optional)Reference Requirements:

3-5 required (contact information only)Apply Link:

https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF03832Help Contact:

j2murphy@health.ucsd.eduAbout UC San Diego

The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

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