Assistant Dean, Faculty Affairs and Professional Development; Revised

Assistant Dean, Faculty Affairs and Professional Development (Revised) Position Information

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Assistant Dean, Faculty Affairs and Professional Development (Revised)

Job Category: Faculty/Instructional

Department: Faculty Affairs-BSOM

EEO number: 26Y381

Position FTE: 100%

Minimum Annual Salary: negotiable

Salary Band: NA FA

The Boonshoft School of Medicine at Wright State University is seeking a dynamic and collaborative individual to serve as Assistant Dean for Faculty Affairs and Professional Development. This position provides leadership and support for faculty affairs and professional development initiatives within the Boonshoft School of Medicine (BSOM). Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Professional Development, the Assistant Dean works closely with department chairs, faculty leaders, and Faculty Affairs staff to support faculty advancement, professional development, mentoring, engagement, well‑being, and retention.

The Assistant Dean provides faculty-facing leadership and guidance for faculty affairs programs and processes, supports consistent interpretation and application of faculty policies and procedures, and assists the Senior Associate Dean with strategic initiatives related to faculty success. The position works in partnership with Faculty Affairs staff to ensure effective implementation and continuous improvement of faculty programs and processes.

• Terminal degree (MD, DO, PhD, or equivalent) in a field relevant to the academic, clinical, research, or educational missions of the School of Medicine with three years of progressively responsible experience in academic leadership, faculty development, faculty affairs, medical education, or a related area within a medical school or academic health center environment OR a Master’s degree in a field relevant to the academic, clinical, research, or educational missions of the School of Medicine with six years of progressively responsible experience in academic leadership, faculty development, faculty affairs, medical education, or a related area within a medical school or academic health center environment
• Demonstrated understanding of faculty appointment, evaluation, promotion, and professional advancement processes.
• Demonstrated ability to provide consultation and guidance on complex or sensitive faculty matters.
• Experience working collaboratively with faculty, department chairs, academic leaders, and professional staff.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.

Eligible for faculty appointment at the instructor rank or higher within the Boonshoft School of Medicine. Faculty rank will be commensurate with the candidate’s academic credentials, experience, and qualifications and determined in accordance with applicable university, college, and departmental criteria. For more information regarding the governing policies of faculty rank please review them online at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-tenure

• Experience with conflict resolution, faculty development programs, and mentorship initiatives.
• Familiarity with LCME and/or ACGME standards related to faculty.
• Familiarity with ACCME standards
• Experience supporting faculty promotion and advancement processes.
• Experience with faculty engagement, well‑being, recognition, or retention initiatives.

• Provide leadership and guidance for faculty affairs programs and initiatives across BSOM.
• Partner with the Senior Associate Dean to…