Mission or Goal of Unit :
Our mission is to improve health through exceptional and innovative discovery, training and patient care. With the help of our strategic plan, we will achieve our vision of being known for the accomplishments of our trainees, faculty, staff and alumni in research, education and patient care. The core values that guide our conduct, performance and decision-making are :
- Education and lifelong learning
- Respect and integrity
- Diversity and inclusion
- Communication and collaboration
- Innovation and technology
- Community engagement
Chief Purpose of this position :
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine (VCUSOM) invites nominations and applications for the position of Associate Dean of Admissions. The Associate Dean of Admissions will oversee the entire admissions process for the VCUSOM, from the recruitment to application review and decision notification to matriculation of students to the M.D. program. This position reports to the Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education and Student Affairs and serves on the leadership team for theOffice of Medical Education.
Position Responsibilities :
Develop and implement short-term and long-range planning with strategies for achieving the goals of the Admissions OfficeSelect the most qualified candidates for admission to the Doctor of Medicine program at VCUSOM. Provide oversight of the final class list and management of the alternate listCollaborate with the Dean and Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education on the strategic alignment of admissions policies to achieve the educational missionSupervise the Admissions staff and office operations, engendering aservice cultureDevelop innovative admission programs to meet the educational mission of VCUSOMMaintain the integrity of the admissions process, including adherence to LCME standardsServe as a spokesperson to external partners, including applicants, students and the public regarding admissions policiesBuild partnerships to represent VCUSOM externally as a brand-builderWork collaboratively with various stakeholders, including the Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP), to ensure evidence-based admissions practices for all applicants to the medical schoolCollaborate with the VCUSOM Office of Medical Education and VCU Medical Philanthropy and Alumni Relations to oversee processes for the awarding of scholarshipsOn issues related to medical student admissions, represent the medical school to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC); American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS); Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), and other groups as neededProvide leadership for the Admissions Committee. Oversee process efficiencies to ensure an effective committee member processAssure training of all Admissions Committee members on interviewing, the selection criteria for applicants, and how to review and present applicants for admissionAssure training for individuals who conduct interviews and file reviews for the Admissions OfficeOversee the organization of the interview processOversee all communications to applicants, including materials for written and electronic publication regarding the admissions processAdvise applicants who are not accepted regarding their subsequent application and career goalsEnsure adherence with all regulatory and credentialing requirements as well as annual oversight of conflict of interest of all members engaged in the admissions processEvaluate student outcomes and success in the M.D. curriculum related to admission criteria and student selectionRequired Qualifications :
M.D., D.O., Ph.D. or Ed.D. degreeMinimum of 3 years of relevant experience in medical student admissions at an LCME- accredited medical school or ACGME residency program recruitmentMinimum of 3 years of experience in medical school leadership, e.g., residency director, clerkship director, assistant dean or associate dean or comparable roleDemonstrated ability to develop and implement visionary strategies for recruitment and program development, including measurement of outcomesAbility to espouse an innovative outlook in a changing landscapeProven track record of managing and implementinga successful medical school admissions program with the ability to direct, manage, implementand evaluate procedures related to medical school admissionsKnowledge of LCME accreditation standards for medical student admissionsSense of mission toward building the physician workforce of tomorrowAwareness of the expense of medical school and the ability to participate effectively in theadministration of recruitment scholarshipsAbility to effectively plan, delegate and / or supervise the work of othersAbility to lead, motivate, develop and train othersStrong interpersonal, presentation, networking, verbal and written communication skillsExceptional leadership and strategic planning skillsProficiency in data analysis and a commitment to data-driven decision-makingAbility to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholdersDemonstrated commitment to ethical conduct andcomplianceAbility to exercise sound judgment in applying and interpreting policies and proceduresSuperior analytical ability and critical thinking skillsDemonstrated ability to function effectively and collaborativelywith multiple stakeholder groups within a large, dynamic organizationExperience with pathway and outreach programs, admissions information systems and strategic recruitment communicationsAttentiveness to building a community oflearners to match the needs of the communities we serveDemonstrated ability to espouse data-drivenmetrics and qualitative measures as part of the holistic approach to selecting future physiciansDemonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCUPreferred Qualifications :
Five or more years of relevant experience in medical student admissions at an LCME-accreditedmedical school or ACGME residency program recruitmentFive or more years of experience in medical school leadership, e.g., residency director, clerkship director, assistant / associate dean or comparable roleLeadership as part of LCME accreditation and continuous quality improvement with accountability for standards for medicalstudent admissionsPossesses a sophisticated understanding ofinstitutional and external landscapes, enabling effective navigation andstrategic management of admissions processes / contextsAbility to cultivate the future physician workforce for our city and region, the state, and nation.ORP Eligible : Yes
Position Type : Teaching & Research Faculty
Full time equivalent : 100%
Tenure : Open
Rank : Open
Months : 12
Department : School of Medicine
Salary : Commensurate
Contact Information :
Contact Name : Katherine Mulloy, Director, Faculty Affairs
Contact Email : kmulloy@vcu.edu
