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Clinical Faculty - Assistant Dean, Foundational Sciences
Job in
Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77246, USA
Listed on 2026-01-18
Listing for:
University of Houston System
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-18
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic -
Healthcare
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Department: Medical Education Salary: Commensurate with experience
DescriptionThe University of Houston Tillman J Fertitta Family College of Medicine (UHCOM) at the University of Houston announces a non‑tenure track, open rank, Clinical Faculty - Associate Dean for Medical Education. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Medical Education, the Assistant Dean for Foundational Sciences is responsible for spearheading the development and delivery of an integrated four‑year curriculum of biomedical and health systems sciences;
works collaboratively with course directors, biomedical, clinical science, and health systems sciences faculty, and institutional leadership to ensure the highest standards of educational excellence; and assures medical student achievement of appropriate competencies.
Utilize and ensure best practices in medical education to develop and deliver innovative and evidence-based teaching strategies, ensuring that the curriculum reflects contemporary medical knowledge and pedagogical advancements.
Collaborate with faculty across courses and disciplines to ensure seamless integration of content vertically across the curriculum and horizontally within specific courses, fostering interdisciplinary connections and reinforcing key concepts.
Design and implement educational experiences that prioritize active learning, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills, engaging students in meaningful ways that promote deep understanding and application of knowledge.
Develop curricular components and related competencies that bridge foundational science knowledge with clinical application, emphasizing the development of clinical reasoning, communication skills, and professionalism.
Contribute to the development and implementation of robust assessment methodologies to evaluate learner achievement, using data-driven insights to inform curricular enhancements and optimize student learning outcomes, including following the progress of students throughout the curriculum based on assessments.
Work closely with faculty and stakeholders to define and assess curriculum outcomes, monitoring progress and making adjustments as necessary to ensure alignment with institutional goals and accreditation standards.
Participate in ongoing program evaluation and assessment activities, collecting and analyzing data to inform continuous improvement efforts and ensure the effectiveness of educational interventions.
Implement strategies to support student preparation and success on external assessments, including licensure exams, tracking student performance and implementing targeted interventions as needed.
In collaboration with the offices of student affairs and medical education, provide guidance and support to students through academic advising and tutoring initiatives, helping them navigate the curriculum, identify learning needs, and achieve their academic goals.
Assist in developing remediation plans and alternate curriculum pathways for students who are not progressing as intended in the curriculum.
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Teaching Philosophy or Statement
- Research Statement (if applicable)
- Publications
- Evidence of Effective Teaching, i.e., student teaching evaluations or evaluations from national presentations
- DD 214 (if applicable)
- Proof of Medical Licensure (if applicable)
- Doctoral degree in a relevant field (MD, DO, PhD) from an accredited institution, with a strong background in…
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