Associate Dean & Chair, Osteopathic Principles & Practice

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Position Summary

Reporting to the Dean & CAO, the Associate Dean, Osteopathic Principles & Practice, will be responsible for ensuring the foundations of osteopathic principles and practices and hands-on osteopathic manipulative medicine for diagnosis and treatment are integrated throughout the classroom and clinical learning environment through lab and case based collaborative content development, delivery and assessment across the continuum of the curriculum.

The Associate Dean, Osteopathic Principles & Practice will serve as a member of the Dean’s Council.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mission Driven:
  • Provide support through integration of Osteopathic Principles & Practice to the department including faculty, staff, and any other persons providing delivery of the curriculum in all four years.
  • Serve on committees, including Dean’s Council, and actively participate in service engagements as needed.
• Leadership and Advisory:
  • Support the Dean’s Council in fostering a culture of academic excellence, collaboration, community and professional development.
• Curriculum Development & Instruction:
  • Collaborate with faculty and staff on the design, implementation, and assessment of the osteopathic principles & practice (including hands-on OMM) curriculum across a comprehensive integrated biomedical sciences and clinical curriculum, across all four years.
  • Oversee the faculty and staff in the Department of OPP to drive innovative approaches in the delivery and assessment of osteopathic medicine competencies.
• Evaluation/Assessment:
  • Collaborate with the Office of Academic Affairs and the Curriculum Committee to assure effectiveness of the curriculum, including examination preparation, delivery methods, and outcomes, as well as curriculum revisions for ongoing quality improvement.
• Professional Development:
  • Engage with the Faculty Development team and the Dean’s Council, providing feedback to identify appropriate training and professional development applicable to you and the department.
• Student Support Services & Mentorship:
  • Mentor and support students in their academic and professional development.
  • Support programs to enhance student learning and engagement, including advising, mentoring, and supporting student organizations.
• Collaboration:
  • Work collaboratively within the COM in all matters.
  • Work with external clinical partners to ensure delivery of the OMS III and OMS IV OPP and OMM curricula in a longitudinal fashion.
  • Work with external clinical partners for the development and maintenance of ONMM residencies and osteopathic recognition residency programs.
• Research & Innovation:
  • Participate in professional development opportunities to strengthen knowledge and skills regarding research and scholarly activity.
  • Engage in scholarly activities related to Osteopathic Principles & Practice and hands-on OMM, driving publication and dissemination of findings to advance the field.
• Accreditation, Quality and Compliance:
  • Support accreditation standards and regulatory requirements as identified by the Dean to maintain the highest quality of education and experience.
• Strategic Planning and Development:
  • Contribute to the strategic planning and vision of the COM, identifying opportunities for growth and innovation that promote the mission of the COM.
• General:
  • Other duties as assigned

Workload Assignment

• Teaching 20%
• Service 20%
• Research and Scholarship 20%
• Administration 40%

Education, Preparation, and Training

• DO, MD, PhD, or EdD with administrative experience - 5 years or more in UGME curriculum preferably in an osteopathic curriculum
• Demonstrated experience as an educational leader at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor
• Proven experience with accreditation processes
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and interprofessional skills
• Experience with modes of delivery appropriate for health professions education, as well as innovative modes of delivery such as design thinking

Working Conditions:

• Full-time, on-site.
• Standard work schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings and weekends required to support university events and activities.
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with periods of high activity (e.g., event weeks, student recruitment cycles).
• Requires regular use of a computer, phone, and other office equipment.
• Some light physical activity may be required
• Must be able to work collaboratively across departments and interact with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Application Process:

Qualified applicants are required to send a single PDF document consisting of a letter of interest, curriculum vitae/resume, and names and contact information of three references. References will only be contacted for final candidates.

EEO/AA Statement

Larkin University is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.