Assistant Dean Pre-clerkship Curriculum

Job Summary

Assistant Dean for Pre-clerkship Curriculum at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia. This student-centered faculty member reports to the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education and leads the delivery and advancement of the pre-clerkship curriculum. The role coordinates with course, block and thread directors, the curriculum committee and basic science departments to ensure curricular integration, quality, and alignment with program objectives.

The position also champions initiatives that enhance student success, promote faculty development, and encourage innovation in curriculum design and teaching. Candidates must be eligible for a faculty appointment at the Clinical Associate Professor (or higher) level at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia.

• Supports faculty, course directors, department chairs, and the curriculum committee in developing and maintaining innovative, high‑quality pre‑clerkship courses and curriculum, fostering close collaboration among stakeholders.
• Tracks student progress throughout the first two years of medical school and coordinates with course directors to monitor academic performance and professionalism.
• Collaborates with the Academic Review Committee and provides academic advising to pre‑clerkship students.
• Prepares and presents regular reports on the pre‑clerkship curriculum (e.g., contact hours, pass rates, pedagogy).
• Supports and promotes innovation in teaching and leads curricular improvements, policy updates, and educational CQI processes.
• Serves as Executive Chief Proctor for NBME exams.
• Manages academic calendars and schedules for pre‑clerkship courses and blocks.
• Serves ex officio on key School of Medicine committees (e.g., M1/M2 Subcommittee, Curriculum Committee).
• Contributes to teaching in pre‑clerkship courses based on area of expertise and interest.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Deep knowledge of current issues, trends, and best practices in pre‑clerkship medical education, including curriculum design, assessment strategies, active learning methodologies, and accreditation standards.
• Proficiency in using academic and learning management systems to support curriculum delivery, student assessment, and faculty‑student engagement.
• Strong understanding of faculty governance processes and experience collaborating with faculty‑led committees on curriculum development and academic policy.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to guide teams toward shared goals.

• Build and maintain effective, respectful relationships with faculty, students, staff and administrators.
• Resolve conflicts diplomatically.
• Identify and analyze problems, evaluate potential solutions, anticipate outcomes, and implement recommendations.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, including delivering presentations, leading discussions, and preparing reports for faculty, committees, and institutional leadership.
• Partner with faculty and the Curriculum Committee to ensure formative and summative assessments are comprehensive, fair, consistent, and equivalent across all courses.
• Stay up to date on all relevant program policies, regulations, requirements, and accreditation standards.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage multiple projects or programs simultaneously while providing regular progress updates to the Associate Dean.

• MD, DO, or PhD degree in a biomedical field from an accredited university and at least three years of progressively responsible leadership experience in a medical school or academic health center.
• Eligibility for a faculty appointment at the School of Medicine Columbia with a record of scholarly achievement, teaching experience, and service commensurate with the rank of clinical associate professor or higher.

• Broad knowledge of frameworks related to educational technology, precision medical education, and AI in medical education.

Posting Number: FAC
00249PO25
Campus:
Columbia
Position Category:
Full‑time Equivalent (FTE)
Part/Full Time:
Full Time
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Job Search Category:
Faculty
Tenure Information:
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