Director of Experiential Education

Position type: Administration/Faculty
Employment status: Full-time, exempt, on-campus, in-person
Reports to: Assistant Dean of Data and Educational Sciences (until that position is filled, the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs)

The Niazee College of Osteopathic Medicine (NCOM), a private, independent, not-for-profit institution in Schaumburg, IL, seeks an experienced and innovative physician to serve as the Director of Experiential Education, Simulation, and Standardized Patient Experiences. The ideal candidate is passionate about teaching, technologically forward curricular development, and collaborative work with faculty, students, and residents/fellows.

This full-time faculty position oversees personnel, budgets, operations, and internal/external partnerships while ensuring compliance with all accreditation and educational requirements. The Director leads the development, integration, and implementation of simulation-based preclinical and clinical education, including OPP/OMT, foundational sciences, standardized patient encounters, POCUS education, and OSCEs, across all four years of the curriculum.

The Director works closely with Course Directors, Department Chairs, Section Chiefs, and Academic Deans to ensure experiential learning aligns with curricular goals, clinical partner needs, research priorities, and student outcomes.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Reporting

Reports to the Assistant Dean of Data and Educational Sciences (ADDES); until that position is filled, reports to the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs (ADAA).
Provides strategic leadership for simulation, POCUS, OSCE, and standardized patient programming.
Ensures all experiential education activities meet accreditation, assessment, and educational standards.

Program and Curriculum Development

Designs, implements, and evaluates simulation-based learning experiences at appropriate learner levels.
Supports faculty in identifying learning needs and developing integrated experiential education plans.
Oversees the delivery of high-quality standardized patient encounters and POCUS instruction.

Operations and Resource Management

Develops and manages operational plans and budgets for the simulation center, POCUS lab, and OSCE facilities.
Oversees scheduling and utilization of experiential education resources.
Identifies equipment, supplies, and space needs to support program growth.

Personnel Management

Recruits, supervises, mentors, and evaluates direct reports.
Fosters a professional climate of collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.

Quality Assurance and Accreditation

Implements policies and procedures consistent with institutional mission and accreditation standards.
Evaluates educational content, assessment quality, and program effectiveness.
Ensures consistency, reliability, and validity of experiential assessments and OSCE examinations.

Collaboration and Institutional Engagement

Participates in committees and task forces focused on improving education, clinical performance, research, and patient safety.
Maintains strong working relationships with internal and external partners.
Approaches conflict resolution constructively and engages in collaborative problem-solving.

Professional Conduct

Maintains strict confidentiality regarding patient, student, faculty, and employee information.
Performs additional duties as assigned to support institutional goals.

Qualifications

Required Skills

Ability to communicate complex theoretical and technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
Extensive experience in medical simulation, experiential learning, POCUS, and OSCE instruction.
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and support curriculum implementation.
Ability to integrate information across settings to promote standardization and efficiency.
Ability to perform effectively under short timelines and occasional high-pressure situations.

Minimum Qualifications

DO or MD degree with significant training and experience in medical education and simulation.
Residency training and active ABMS/AOA board certification in a clinically relevant field with an active license to practice.
Demonstrated experience in clinical POCUS and POCUS education.
Minimum three (3) years of experience in medical education, simulation, standardized patient programs, or POCUS.
Experience supervising and managing personnel.
Familiarity with hospital department, GME programs, and medical school structures.
Knowledge of accreditation standards (COCA and ACGME) and curriculum integration.
Eligibility for medical licensure in Illinois.

Preferred Qualifications

DO degree.
Fellowship training in medical education and simulation.
Five (5) years of experience in simulation, POCUS, and OSCE environments, including high-fidelity manikins.
Demonstrated success in designing and implementing experiential and simulation-based curricula.
Advanced POCUS skills.

Position Opportunities

Full-time faculty appointment with academic rank commensurate with experience.
Potential flexibility in FTE to accommodate external clinical practice.

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.

NCOM is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination. NCOM does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. NCOM is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment for all employees.

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Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, and review of CVs begins immediately. Salary is commensurate with experience. Application materials should include your CV and contact information for three (3) professional references.

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