Associate Dean Admissions, School of Medicine

Overview

The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University, in partnership with Korn Ferry, invites nominations and expressions of interest for the position of Associate Dean for Admissions
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The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine is a nationally recognized institution dedicated to educating patient-centered physicians. Established through a transformative gift from the family of Frank H. Netter, the school is located on Quinnipiac’s graduate campus in North Haven, Connecticut alongside the professional schools of nursing, health sciences, law, and education.

The school seeks a strategic and mission-driven leader to serve as its next Associate Dean for Admissions. Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Education, the Associate Dean will provide leadership and operational oversight for all aspects of medical student recruitment, selection, and matriculation. The role also works closely with Student Affairs, Medical Education, and Inclusive Excellence to ensure seamless student transitions.

Additional responsibilities include stewardship of scholarships and financial aid in partnership with Student Affairs and Development, and serving as the primary liaison to national organizations such as AAMC, AMCAS, and MCAT.

Based on qualifications this position may be eligible for a part-time teaching role or clinical assignment.

• Strategic Leadership & Oversight – Provide vision and strategic direction for the Office of Admissions consistent with the mission, values, and goals of the School of Medicine. Lead, mentor, and support admissions staff to ensure excellence, professionalism, and student-centered service. Provide training and guidance to admissions staff, committee members, and interviewers. Oversee office operations, staffing, and budgets to ensure efficient, transparent, and compliant processes.
  
  Align policies and practices with LCME standards, institutional priorities, and evolving national best practices.
• Mission-Aligned Recruitment & Selection – Design and implement mission-aligned review strategies in the recruitment and selection of medical students. Partner with the Admissions Committee Chair to oversee all phases of the admissions process including application screening, interviewing, committee deliberations, and selection. Engage faculty, students, and alumni as ambassadors to promote the School’s reputation and values in recruitment efforts. Ensure that admissions materials and processes convey the School’s mission, vision, and values.
• Data-Driven Evaluation & Continuous Improvement – Collect, analyze, and report applicant, interviewee, and matriculant data to guide strategic decision-making and continuous improvement. Maintain accurate records (statistics, demographics, etc.) and ensure timely submission of reports to school of medicine senior leadership and institutional, state, and federal agencies (AAMC, LCME, IPEDS, etc.).
• Financial Aid and Scholarship Stewardship – Partner with the Director of Financial Aid and the Office of Student Affairs to oversee the allocation of scholarships and need-based aid. Collaborate with the offices of Development and Alumni Affairs to align donor-supported scholarships with student recruitment goals and strategic priorities.
• Collaboration & Communication – Serve as the primary liaison/school of medicine representative to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS), Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) and other relevant organizations. Collaborate closely with leaders in the offices of Student Affairs, Medical Education, Inclusive Excellence to ensure seamless student transitions across the continuum from recruitment through graduation.
  
  Collaborate with Quinnipiac University pre‑medical program leadership to advise on effective programs for undergraduate to medical school pathways. Strengthen relationships with pre-health advisors, undergraduate institutions, community organizations, and clinical partners to enhance the applicant pipeline and expand access for qualified students. Partner with the University’s marketing and communications teams to elevate…