Associate Dean for Student Affairs - College of Medicine

Classification Title:

Associate Dean for Student Affairs

Classification Minimum Requirements:

• Rank of Associate Professor with two years in rank or Professor, with two or more years of educational leadership, preferably in a student affairs-related role; commensurate with education and experience.
• PhD, MD or relevant terminal degree.
• Meets criteria to hold UF COM faculty position.
• Five (5) years’ experience in medical education.

Job Description:

The University of Florida College of Medicine seeks an Associate Dean for Student Affairs (ADSA). This role provides strategic direction, administrative oversight, and visionary leadership for the Offices of Student Affairs (OSA), Student Counseling, and Student Success and Coaching. The OSA incorporates all student support services from matriculation to graduation. The OSA also ensures that all student non-curricular activities and programs are adequately supported and comport with institutional and accreditation requirements. In addition, the ADSA works in close collaboration with the Associate Dean of Medical Education and the Associate Dean of Admissions to support the matriculation, educational experience, including the learning culture, for all medical students. 

This individual is part of the College of Medicine education leadership team and reports to the Senior Associate Dean for Educational Affairs. The ADSA interphases with the Jacksonville Regional Medical Campus, other educational programs (e.g. School of Physician Assistant Studies, Graduate Education and the Office of Graduate Medical Education), administrative units within the College of Medicine (including clinical and foundational department chairs), Health Science Center (HSC) and University. This is a 0.60 FTE administrative appointment. If the selected candidate is external to the University of Florida, the Associate Dean role (0.60 FTE) may be combined with a faculty appointment to support a full-time position. The rank, track, and academic home will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications and alignment with institutional needs.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Student Advocacy

• Lead student support services and initiatives that promote academic, professional, and personal growth.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and community within the College of Medicine.
• Represent the COM and OSA at institutional, state, and national levels, including in the Dean’s absence.

Student Support & Academic Affairs

• Oversee academic advising, counseling, and wellness programs.
• Manage the residency application process and MSPE preparation.
• Address student grievances, academic challenges, and professional conduct issues.
• Supervise student-facing offices and ensure high-quality co-curricular programming.

Operations, Budget & Financial Aid

• Supervise OSA staff and operations including registration, scheduling, and tutoring.
• Develop and manage the OSA budget in alignment with COM priorities.
• Collaborate with Financial Aid and fundraising teams to support scholarships and financial literacy.

Collaboration, Accreditation & Data Reporting

• Work with COM leadership and committees to shape medical education policies and maintain LCME accreditation.
• Collect and report data for institutional and national surveys (e.g., AAMC, LCME, USNWR).
• Engage in scholarly activities and collaborate with peer institutions and national organizations.

Expected Salary:

This position is 0.60 FTE with an administrative supplement, benchmarked at the 50th percentile of Associate Deans for Academic Affairs/Medical Education within AAMC member medical schools.

Required Qualifications:

• Rank of Associate Professor with two years in rank or Professor, with two or more years of educational leadership, preferably in a student affairs-related role; commensurate with education and experience.
• PhD, MD or relevant terminal degree.
• Meets criteria to hold UF COM faculty position.
• Five (5) years’ experience in medical education.

Preferred:

• Knowledgeable of modern student support services.
• Experience in career counseling and mentoring.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Experience in the creation and oversight of highly functioning team. 
• Supervisory experience managing, collaborating and coordinating work across units.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on active listening, empathy, and respectful engagement among individuals with differing perspectives and background