What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Medical Education – College of Osteopathic Medicine position at Duquesne University?
Director of Medical Education – College of Osteopathic Medicine Salary: Commensurate with experience POSITION
SUMMARY: The Director of Medical
Education will supervise and facilitate the daily operations of the Office of
Medical Education at the Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine
(DUQCOM). The position will require significant interaction with students,
staff, and faculty, and an amicable professional demeanor is essential. The
position reports to the Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs and Assessment and
Associate Dean for Academic Affairs DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Support the Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs and Assessment and
the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs on operation of the Office of Medical
Education in achieving the mission of the College of Medicine. Provide operational support for the Office of Academic Excellence
with respect to student learning, support, and peer tutoring. Work collaboratively with the Office of Student Affairs and the
Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with respect to student wellness and
support. Assist with the strategic planning process to foster a culture
that promotes positive learning and student success. Supervise and advise the Medical Education Specialists. Supervise the posting of all teaching materials, including online
course material. Assure that all classroom resources and electronics are in proper
working order, and monitor the aesthetics of the classroom. Notify facilities
personnel for any necessary maintenance to electronics and classroom resources,
and remove dated items from the classroom. Oversee the compilation, formatting, and administration of all
classroom exams. Review all item analysis from exams with faculty and determine
when to post grades for students, and work collaboratively with the Office of
Assessment regarding the evaluation of performance outcomes. Participate in the process of quality improvement of the
curriculum based on course outcomes and faculty recommendations. Maintain and calculate current grades in all classroom and
laboratory courses. Submit all final grades to the Medical Registrar. Coordinate process by which students assess faculty instruction. Organize and maintain Office of Medical Education files and
records. Maintain an up to date list of student and faculty access for
Canvas, Altus, and Banner. Develop and manage academic and block calendars and course syllabi,
to ensure they are complete and accurate prior to release. Participate in review and revision of policies and procedures
pertinent to the Office of Medical Education. Participate in student events including White Coat ceremony,
graduation, orientation, accepted student’s day, etc. Serve on College and University committees as assigned by the COM
Dean. Communicate effectively with all levels of faculty and students. All
other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises
Medical Education Specialists
Benefits: Generous
benefits include paid time off including holidays and vacation, retirement
match, and tuition remission for employee and dependents. Details at www.duq.edu/benefits
Location: College of Osteopathic Medicine
Position Status: Full-time
Hours: Varied
Position Number: 220025/ 10-1020
FLSA Status: Exempt
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum qualifications: Master’s degree in Education or
equivalent from
an accredited institution. Experience in administrative
management or leadership position in a medical school or other institute of
higher education Preferred qualifications: Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of
experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities
required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not
limited to, the following: Academic
Commitment: A
Strong sense of strategic, inclusive academic commitment linked to success in
promoting change and driving organizational achievement, enhancing academic
excellence and recognition, and fostering links to promote the school nationally Collaboration: Demonstrated
success with inter-professional collaboration in educational and clinical
settings Communicate: Exceptional
written and oral communications, interpersonal and emotional intelligence
skills Diversity: A
deeply rooted commitment to diversity and inclusion at all levels as one of the
school’s institutional values. Innovation: Ability
to identify opportunities for the development and implementation of innovative
solutions to meet or exceed colleagues’ and students’ needs; a champion of
innovation and change. Integrity: Impeccable
personal and professional integrity; demonstrates integrity and honesty in
decision-making and relationships Personal
Characteristics: High energy and enthusiasm balanced with a
highly professional demeanor, entrepreneurial spirit, flexible and patient;
approachable down-to-earth; creative Relationship
Building: Inclusive
relationship style, with the ability to foster partnerships, work
collaboratively across boundaries and achieve performance and results through
others towards clearly established goals. Results
Orientation: Ability to foster a culture of delivery,
responsibility, and accountability. Commitment to the
University’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and recognition of the
importance of treating each individual with dignity and respect consistent with
the University’s Mission. Demonstrated
experience with, and understanding of, the broad diversity of the University
community (students, faculty, staff and others). Ability to establish
and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community. Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University
and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The
mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of
service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an
ecumenical campus community. APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information
for three professional references.
Catholic in its mission and ecumenical in spirit, Duquesne University values
equality of opportunity as an educational institution and as an employer. We
aspire to attract and sustain a diverse faculty and staff that reflects
contemporary society, serves our academic goals and enriches our campus
community. We particularly encourage applications from members of
underrepresented groups and support dual-career couples through our charter
membership in this region's HERC (http://www.hercjobs.org/oh-western-pa-wv/).
We invite applicants for this position to learn more about our university and
its Spiritan heritage by
visiting http://www.duq.edu/about/mission-and-identity/mission-statement.
Those invited to campus for an interview may be asked about ways in which they
see their talents contributing to the continued growth of our community and
furthering its mission.
Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community,
the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in
mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity,
Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and
as an employer.
