"Assistant Dean for Clinical Affairs - 3570"

Assistant Dean for Clinical Affairs - 3570

Company: The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Category: Medicine Deans

Type: Full-Time

Min T/E Requirements:

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an ACOE-accredited institution.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as an optometric physician in North Carolina (licensure required upon hire).
• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience in medical optometry, with at least three (3) years in an academic clinic or health care administrative leadership role involving clinician and staff supervision.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical optometric program development, compliance, and quality improvement.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of contemporary optometric education, healthcare regulation, and licensure processes.
• Commitment to excellence in patient care, clinical teaching, and service to underserved communities.

Recruitment Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience

Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience

Primary Purpose of Position: This position is responsible for comprehensive oversight of all clinical programs, clinical faculty, patient care systems, and partnerships within the College. The Assistant Dean ensures that clinical operations are aligned with the highest standards of educational quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and licensure readiness. Reporting directly to the Dean, this is a full-time, 12-month senior academic leadership role critical to the success of the College's mission in education, service, and community health.

Job Description: Clinical Program Leadership & Administration; Clinical Education & Curriculum Integration; Faculty & Staff Supervision and Development; Accreditation, Compliance & Quality Assurance; External & Interprofessional Partnerships; Community Engagement & Patient Services; Institutional Governance & Committee Involvement.

Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Start date is projected to be on or after July 1, 2025.

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