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Position Title: Associate Dean for Student Affairs, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell

School/Division: School of Medicine

Office: Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell

Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time

Description:

• Provides strategic leadership and oversight for all student affairs functions, including well-being, academic advising, and student life, and ensures rigorous compliance with LCME standards, particularly those related to the learning environment and student mistreatment. 
• Develops and manages efficient administrative systems for high-quality student services, including record-keeping, policy implementation, student organization support, and major event coordination (e.g., orientation, graduation). 
• Leads the design and implementation of comprehensive medical student well-being programs, addressing unique challenges and proactively fosters a positive learning environment. 
• Cultivates a collaborative, relationship-based environment across departments to ensure equitable access to support resources and facilitates timely student intervention. 
• Applies deep knowledge of the medical education continuum to guide students on academic progression, professional identity formation, and navigating training challenges. 
• Researches and implements best practices in student affairs and well-being, ensures programs are innovative and responsive to trends, and represents the institution in relevant national and regional organizations. 
• Evaluates the student experience and learning environment and analyzes outcomes (e.g., retention, performance, satisfaction) to inform strategic recommendations for the Vice Dean and Dean.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution required.
• At least 5-10 years of significant leadership experience in medical education, student affairs, academic administration, or a related healthcare leadership environment.
• Approachable leadership style and proven ability to lead effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented setting.
• Superior organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a supportive environment for all learners.
• Ability to exercise mature, independent judgment.
• Strong attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent task and priority management skills; ability to oversee multiple initiatives and events concurrently.
• Extensive computing experience and proficiency with software including Microsoft Office, Google suite, Qualtrics, Zoom, and student information systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience advising, mentoring, or providing support services to medical students preferred.

EEO Statement:

About Hofstra University

Hofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the w...orld who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.

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