Associate Dean, Clinical Affairs

Niazee College of Osteopathic Medicine (NCOM) is dedicated to advancing osteopathic medical education and preparing future physicians through strong academic programs, innovative learning experiences, and a commitment to professional and community impact.

NCOM is seeking an accomplished academic leader to advance the vision and mission of its College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM). The Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs will provide strategic leadership for clinical education, faculty development, “clinical” curriculum development (while supporting the integration across the four-year curriculum), program development, and clinical partnerships. This individual will oversee clinical training opportunities, strengthen relationships with affiliated hospitals and healthcare partners, and support the continued growth and success of undergraduate and postgraduate medical education programs.

Why You’ll Love Working at NCOM

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by a competitive compensation and an extensive benefits package including:

Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided
Financial protection: Life and disability insurance options, including voluntary employee-paid STD, LTD, and AD&D plans
Flexible financial tools: Flexible spending accounts to support healthcare and dependent care needs
Well-being and balance: Paid time off, sick leave, employee assistance program (EAP), wellness resources, caregiver support, commuter benefits, adoption assistance, and health support programs

Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

Responsibilities

Clinical Education & Curriculum Leadership

Oversee the development, quality, and integrity of clinical education, clerkship, and residency training programs.
Lead the “clinical” curriculum development (while supporting the integration of a four-year curriculum), implementation, and assessment of clinical rotations in collaboration with academic leadership and the Curriculum Committee.
Monitor student progress, grading, and educational outcomes, identifying performance concerns and implementing improvement plans.
Ensure clinical programs meet educational objectives, accreditation standards, and continuous quality improvement goals.

Clinical Partnerships & Program Administration

Develop, negotiate, and maintain affiliation agreements with hospitals, clinical sites, and adjunct faculty, ensuring compliance with accreditation requirements.
Recruit, credential, and support clinical faculty while maintaining accurate records, rotation assignments, and available training opportunities.
Oversee clinical rotation operations, including site visits, student orientation, required documentation, scheduling, and graduation requirements.
Strengthen relationships with affiliated institutions and develop new clinical rotation, elective, and selective opportunities.

Departmental Leadership & Strategic Oversight

Direct and evaluate Clinical Affairs and Clinical Education teams, including staff, faculty leaders, and associated academic personnel.
Oversee departmental budgets, staffing, policy development, faculty development, and timely payments to clinical partners.
Support institutional strategic planning, student recruitment, admissions, and academic committees.
Assist the Dean/CAO by leading the development of an NCOM practice plan.
Represent the Dean/CAO as requested and collaborate across departments to advance clinical education and program effectiveness.

Qualifications

D.O. (preferred), M.D., or equivalent advanced medical degree required.
Minimum of five years of clinical, teaching, and/or administrative experience within a medical school or teaching hospital.
Demonstrated experience developing student or resident clinical rotations and training opportunities at affiliated sites.
Proven academic leadership, administrative management, and personnel supervision experience.
Current unrestricted medical licensure in any state, with eligibility for licensure in Illinois preferred (if relevant).
Current AOA/ABMS board certification or equivalent preferred (if relevant).
Proficiency with or ability to learn software systems, including Office 365, learning management systems (LMS), Smartsheet, student information systems (SIS), and clinical rotation management and admissions platforms.

About NCOM

At the Niazee College of Osteopathic Medicine (NCOM), we’re building a transformational, community-centered medical school grounded in osteopathic principles and whole-person care. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit institution granted Pre-Accreditation status by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA), our mission is to educate and inspire compassionate, culturally competent physicians who are equipped to serve diverse communities with integrity and excellence. We value compassion, professionalism, community representation, structural competency, and innovation in both clinical care and research. Join us as we pioneer a new model of medical education focused on patient-first care, academic excellence, and meaningful community impact.

If you are a forward-thinking medical leader passionate about advancing clinical education and shaping the next generation of osteopathic physicians, we encourage you to apply. Bring your leadership, experience, and vision to an opportunity to make a lasting impact on students, faculty, and the future of medical education.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.

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