Associate Dean, Dental Education and Academic Affairs

Position Information

• Position Title:
  
  Associate Dean, Dental Education and Academic Affairs
• Position Type:
  Admin/Professional
• Department:
  College of Dentistry, Office of the Dean
• Full or Part Time:
  Full Time
• Pay Grade: MN18

The Bitonte College of Dentistry at Northeast Ohio Medical University delivers a comprehensive predoctoral dental program grounded in patient-centered care, community engagement, and evidence-based practice. The College is committed to preparing practice-ready oral health professionals while supporting student success and meeting accreditation standards.

• Provide strategic leadership for curriculum design, integration, and continuous improvement
• Guide accreditation planning and ensure alignment with CODA standards and expectations
• Lead and mentor faculty and academic staff in advancing educational excellence
• Strengthen governance, committee structures, and academic policies supporting program quality
• Advance interprofessional and collaborative educational initiatives across the University
• Partner with College and University leadership to support strategic academic priorities

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)

Short-and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance

State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future

Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year

Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151)

Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#)

Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification

Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work‑life balance

The Associate Dean for Dental Education and Academic Affairs (ADEA) is responsible for leading the accreditation effort, as well as providing overall leadership, vision, strategy and oversight of the curriculum in the Bitonte College of Dentistry (BCOD). This position has authority and responsibility for overseeing all personnel, policies, and activities related to accreditation and the delivery of a streamlined, coordinated curriculum consistent with the NEOMED mission, leading to the award of the D.D.S. degree.

The ADEA will be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the College comply with accreditation standards.

Stimulate collaborative endeavors to improve all academic programs for students; promote educational innovations and research. Provide curricular oversight to ensure that the needs and expectations of the students and faculty are managed in accordance with the college by‑laws and CODA standards. Ensure the learning space and technology needs satisfy the curriculum and accreditors. Identify appropriate clinical and basic science faculty appropriate for providing instruction in the College.

Prepare for and oversee the delivery of the curriculum to ensure consistency and delivery in a coordinated manner. Foster the development of interprofessional education throughout the curriculum. Oversee on-going evaluation of curricula/teaching and preparation of all pertinent documentation/reports, including assessment and evaluation of faculty and course directors. May also serve in a teaching capacity.

Develop a plan for, and lead the implementation of, the accreditation effort. Develop policies and procedures to support accreditation. Serve as the main accreditation lead for Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) to ensure that a timely and complete self‑study can be submitted in time for the upcoming CODA visits. Serve as the point of contact to CODA and clearly communicate CODA standards and expectations to stakeholders, while remaining current on any changes to the standards.

Maintain all CODA records and ensure the University adheres to all reporting deadlines and requirements. Actively participate in…