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Assistant Dean, Faculty Development

Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University

Twelve-month Medical Faculty

The Assistant Dean for Faculty Development provides strategic leadership for faculty development initiatives that support the Covenant Healthcare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University’s mission and priorities. This role oversees faculty development efforts for educators of medical students and residents and works closely with the Associate Deans for Pre-Clerkship and Clerkship Education to design, develop, implement, and evaluate programs aligned with the college’s institutional goals and strategic initiatives.

The Assistant Dean supports faculty in strengthening their individual interests and talents in ways that advance the educational, research, clinical, and service missions of both the faculty and the college. The role also serves as a key resource for discipline chairs as they mentor faculty through appointment, reappointment, promotion, and tenure across all academic ranks and tracks, and advises the Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs on best practices related to these policies and processes.

In addition, Assistant Dean oversees the development of educational initiatives such as courses, programs, workshops, seminars, and individualized consultation and mentorship opportunities that foster faculty growth as educators, scholars, and leaders.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

The Assistant Dean of Faculty Development reports directly to the Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs.

Required Qualifications

• Meets criteria for Associate Professor or Professor rank at CMU College of Medicine.
• Demonstrated experience in the areas of faulty development in an academic setting.
• Strong collaborative of interprofessional education.
• Established credentials and experience in medical education, leadership, and/or administration.
• Experience in the professional development and mentoring of medical school faculty.
• A record of scholarly activity with the expectation of continued scholarly activity preferably in educational research, but other areas will be considered.
• Successful attainment of extramural funding.
• Experience in health professions education and commitment to innovative approaches to advancement of educational pedagogies and learning.
• Ability to facilitate interactive learning in large and small group settings.
• Demonstrated commitment to ensuring members of the university community can thrive.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing effective faculty development programming within a distributed clinical educational model and across health systems.
• Experience with, or a strong knowledge of, pedagogical approaches such as problem and team-based and peer instruction.
• Works with the staff in the Office of Faculty Development to ensure that best practicesrelatedtoappointment,promotionandtenureareimplementedconsistently with the college of medicine bylaws and CMU policies.
• Supports/mentors chairs in their roles as leaders in clinical, teaching, research, and service and in evaluating, developing and retaining their faculty. Assists the chairs in determining appropriate CARE models for faculty.
• AMD/DOwillhave“C”allocationoftimeforclinicalresponsibilitiestobe determined based on candidate’s qualifications and professional interests.
• Guide Department Chairs in assisting their faculty in the compilation of teaching portfolios and dossiers for advancement, promotion and/or tenure decisions, and in implementing targetedandfocuseddevelopmentplanstoassurehigh -quality teachingandscholarly work.
• Developingandcoordinatingprogramstoimproveskillsineducationalstrategiesand learner assessment for all faculty including supporting faculty with resources in response to changing pedagogies.
• Collaborateonprogrammingandfacultyengagementwiththeresourcesavailable through CMU’s Curriculum and Instruction Support team.
• DevelopswiththeDisciplineChairssuccessionplanningandafacultymentoringprocess and identifies faculty for training and leadership opportunities.
• Establishbenchmarksthatevaluatetheeffectivenessofprogramsdeveloped through the Office of Faculty Development.
• LeadstheContinuingEducationprogramstoassurethatofferingsarerelevantfor faculty advancement and development. Works with the Continuing Medical Education office to maintain accreditation by ACCME and compliance with its policies and procedures.
• Providesoversightofthedevelopmentof bestpracticesfor facultydevelopmentfor the college of medicine including, CMU Medical Education Partners and University Pediatricians faculty, branch campus and community educator faculty. Responsible for faculty development programs including professional leadership and mentoring
• Maintainsmembershipin committeesas assigned
• ParticipatesinspecialprojectsandworkinggroupsrepresentingCMUCMEDinmatters related to faculty development
• Assiststhe Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs with planningandimplementationof strategiesto advance and maintain LCME accreditation.
• SupportstheworkoftheFacultyAppointmentandAdvancementCommitteeandthe Faculty Council
• Demonstratedcommitmenttoworkplace civilitybyworkingtodevelopacultureof inclusionand mutual respect
• Represents the college of medicine at relevant regional, state and national organizations

About the department

The Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University educates diverse students and trains culturally competent physicians to provide comprehensive health care and services to underserved populations in Michigan and beyond. Our faculty, staff and graduates advance health and wellness through exceptional education, innovative research, quality patient care and strategic collaborations to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

Since its foundation in 2010, the Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University strives to be a national leader in the pursuit of basic, translational, clinical, medical education and population health research. We aim to develop programs to advance medical and scientific knowledge and improve patient care and community wellness. The ultimate goal is to contribute to the health of the public, the practice of medicine and the education of health professionals; all while promoting the development of academically oriented physicians.

EEO Statement

CMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and institution. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight.

About CMU College of Medicine: The CMU College of Medicine welcomed its inaugural class in the summer of 2013. The innovative medical school curriculum is designed to prepare students for practice in mid- to northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula, with particular attention to primary care needs in the region. The program is housed in a new facility with advanced technology for teaching. For more information, visit the College website.

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