Associate Professor or Professor of Medicine and Associate Dean

The Opportunity

The College of Medicine invites applications for the position of associate professor or professor of medicine and Associate Dean for Students. This senior educational leadership role reports to the senior associate dean for undergraduate medical education and is responsible for promoting a supportive, student‑centered learning environment that strengthens engagement, professional development, wellbeing, and academic success for students in the M.D. program.

The Associate Dean provides strategic leadership for programs and services supporting medical students across both the preclinical and clinical phases of the curriculum, including initiatives focused on academic success, career development, student activities, student well‑being, and student financial services.

Required experience:

at least five years of progressively responsible experience in student affairs, academic support, student success, medical education, or related higher‑education roles, with outstanding communication, organizational, and management skills.

• Oversee student affairs functions including Admissions, Career Services, Counseling and Wellness, Student Academic Support Services, Student Financial Services, Student Services, and Registrar.
• Supervise, mentor, and support Assistant Deans for Students and professional staff engaged in student support and advising.
• Lead the four‑year comprehensive advising program, faculty development for advisors, Careers Curriculum, and support students in residency application and match.
• Lead the Medical Student Performance Evaluation process for fourth‑year students to ensure reliable, accurate, and consistent MSPEs in alignment with AAMC guidelines.
• Plan and oversee major student events such as orientation, the White Coat Ceremony, Match Day, Class Day, and Commencement.
• Manage development, revision, and implementation of policies related to medical students and student affairs per institutional standards, regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Meet with students facing academic, professional, and conduct‑related concerns, advising on rights and responsibilities in promotions and conduct processes.
• Ensure compliance with LCME accreditation standards related to student affairs and the learning environment, and contribute to continuous quality improvement efforts.
• Advance initiatives supporting medical student success, wellness, and readiness for residency.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and institutional partners to provide an integrated and holistic approach to medical student support.

• M.D., D.O., or Ph.D. from an accredited institution.
• For M.D. candidates: completed ACGME‑accredited residency.
• ABMS board certification.
• Tenure‑track candidates must be eligible for appointment as a tenured associate professor or professor of medicine upon hire and have a demonstrated record of teaching, research, and service commensurate with that rank.

• M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited university with completed ACGME‑accredited residency.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to work with medical trainees.
• Experience developing and evaluating academic support or career advising programs for medical students.
• Knowledge of residency advising, match processes, and medical student success frameworks (AAMC Careers in Medicine, NRMP, AAMC resources).
• Working knowledge of LCME accreditation standards related to student affairs.
• Experience leading or supporting trainee conduct, professionalism, or promotion processes.
• Active membership and engagement in national medical education organizations (e.g., AAMC or related affinity groups).

• Curriculum vitae.
• Letter of interest describing qualifications for the position, including research agenda and teaching experience/interest.

• Benefit packages including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending, and employee assistance program.
• Paid time off, including annual (12‑month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
• Retirement savings options.
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
• Education assistance.
• Flexible work environment.
• Additional benefits available through the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

Department:
College of Medicine (COM) – Dean's Office

Work Schedule:

Varies

Type of Appointment:
Regular

Expected Salary:
Negotiable

UCF is an equal opportunity employer and complies with Florida public university hiring regulations. Applicants requiring accommodations because of a disability should contact the UCF Office of Accommodations.