Classification Title:

Assistant Dean

Classification Minimum Requirements

Candidates must be at Assistant Professor, Associate, or Professor rank appointed in the UF College of Medicine, have a M.D., D.O., or relevant terminal degree, and have five years' experience in medical education leadership.

Job Description:

The University of Florida College of Medicine is seeking applications for the role of Assistant Dean for Clinical Medical Education, a vital leadership position reporting to the Associate Dean for Medical Education. This role is open to current UF College of Medicine faculty.

The Assistant Dean will oversee Phases 2 and 3 (clinical years) of the curriculum, collaborating closely with clerkship directors, course faculty, and education leaders to ensure high-quality clinical education that prepares students for residency and lifelong learning.

About This Role

Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the clinical curriculum (Phases 2 & 3). Maintain curriculum mapping and promote horizontal and vertical integration of clinical content. Lead clerkship director meetings and annual retreats in collaboration with medical education leadership. Oversee clerkship orientation, 4th-year scheduling, and the 3rd-year scheduling process. Monitor student progress to ensure completion of graduation competencies and clinical requirements. Review and approve Phase 3 independent study projects and externship applications. Support faculty development and onboarding for clerkship directors and clinical educators. Provide oversight of selective and elective courses and ensure high-quality student experience. Collaborate with assessment leaders to maintain valid, reliable evaluations of clinical performance. Review performance data and work with Student Affairs to remediate clinical deficiencies. Coordinate faculty evaluations and performance reviews with the Associate Dean for Medical Education. Lead or support medical education scholarship aligned with strategic priorities. Ensure compliance with LCME accreditation standards and assist with accreditation documentation. Disseminate national trends and best practices in clinical medical education. Represent clinical faculty on medical education committees and participate in milestone events.

This is a 0.30 FTE administrative appointment.

Candidates interested in applying should provide a cover letter outlining their interest in the position and their vision for the clinical phases of the medical education curriculum at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Applications should also include a current curriculum vitae and the names of three references. All materials must be submitted through the Careers at UF website.

This is an internal search for which only current University of Florida College of Medicine (Gainesville) faculty will be considered. 

Expected Salary:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Qualifications:

Candidates must be at Assistant Professor, Associate, or Professor rank appointed in the UF College of Medicine, have a M.D., D.O., or relevant terminal degree, and have five years' experience in medical education leadership.

Preferred MD/DO degree Minimum 5 years clinical medical education leadership experience Demonstrated curriculum design and integration expertise Advanced clinical competency assessment expertise Strong leadership and collaboration skills Experience as a clerkship director Leadership training (course or certificate) Documented educational scholarship record Experience with clinical competency-based medical education frameworks Special Instructions to Applicants: Nominations for this position are solicited and may be forwarded to HR@comfs.ufl.edu.    Candidates interested in applying should submit an application with the following documents attached: Cover letter reflecting interest in the position and outlining their interest in the position and their vision for the clinical phases of the medical education curriculum at the University of Florida College of Medicine. CV/Resume Three Professional References This is an internal search for which only current University of Florida College of Medicine (Gainesville) faculty will be considered.   If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD). Health Assessment Required: No