Associate Dean Student Affairs, 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 Student Affairs
. The school, located on Quinnipiac’s North Haven campus, is dedicated to educating patient‑centered physicians who serve the diverse needs of our communities. Since welcoming its inaugural class in 2013, the school has built a national reputation, with graduates matching in over 20 specialties in top‑ranked programs. The curriculum emphasizes early clinical exposure, interprofessional collaboration, and a humanistic approach to medicine.

The associate dean will report to the Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education and provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and advocacy for the Office of Student Affairs and its portfolio of programs.

• Provide strategic leadership for programs that promote academic success, personal development, and well‑being.
• Oversee academic advising, success coaching, and student retention initiatives in collaboration with faculty and student affairs staff.
• Ensure accessible, confidential, and high‑quality academic, professional, and wellness support services for all students.
• Collaborate with mental health and wellness partners and the Office of Accessibility to provide counseling, crisis intervention, and accommodations.
• Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment that promotes belonging, resilience, and professional growth.

• Direct all aspects of career and professional development, including residency advising, the residency application process, and Match preparation.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of the Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE/Dean’s Letter).
• Deliver career guidance aligned with the AAMC Careers in Medicine curriculum.
• Develop and lead initiatives that promote professional identity formation.
• Provide mentorship and career development opportunities in collaboration with the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, Career Advising, and other faculty mentors.

• Oversee student activities, governance, co‑curricular programming, and related support systems in partnership with the Director of Student Affairs.
• Direct planning and execution of major student events including Orientation, White Coat Ceremony, Match Day, Recommitment Ceremony, and Commencement in partnership with the Director of Student Affairs.
• Promote student engagement, leadership development, service, and community‑building initiatives.
• Serve as a visible and accessible advocate for students, maintaining open communication and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration.

• Provide strategic oversight for the School of Medicine’s financial aid programs, ensuring alignment with institutional policies, federal regulations, and the School’s mission.
• Partner with the Director of Financial Aid and the Office of Admissions to oversee the allocation of scholarships and need‑based aid for enrolled students, ensuring fair, transparent, and mission‑aligned distribution of resources.
• Analyze trends in student indebtedness, aid utilization, and scholarship impact and lead data‑driven initiatives to reduce financial barriers for medical students.
• Collaborate with the offices of Development and Alumni Affairs to align donor‑supported scholarships with student needs and strategic priorities.

• Provide leadership, strategic direction, personnel management, and fiscal oversight for the Offices of Student Affairs and Financial Aid.
• Oversee and direct student services, student records and student activities.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, institutional policies and accreditation standards, providing equitable, transparent, and student‑centered financial aid processes that support retention and student success.
• Develop, implement, and regularly review student affairs policies and procedures that promote consistency, compliance, and student‑centered decision‑making.
• Ensure compliance with LCME…