Assistant Dean of Curriculum – Springfield, MO Campus
Updated 3/19/26
Springfield, Missouri, United States
Physician Assistant
Family Practice/Primary Care
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
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<p><strong>Position Summary</strong><br>The Assistant Dean for Curriculum - Springfield provides support for the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of the medical student curriculum at the MU School of Medicine (MU SOM). This position reports to both the Associate Dean for the Springfield campus and to the Associate Dean for Curriculum – Columbia campus to ensure alignment with MU School of Medicine curricular goals and LCME accreditation standards. <br> </p><p>The Assistant Dean will collaborate closely with faculty, course directors, clerkship directors, and administrative staff to ensure excellence and consistency in curriculum delivery across all phases of medical education, specifically at the Springfield campus.<br> </p><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Curriculum Oversight and Implementation<br>• Help lead the implementation, coordination, and continuous quality improvement of the execution of the medical school curriculum at the Springfield campus.<br>• Focus on ensuring alignment of local curriculum delivery with the MU SOM’s curriculum framework, learning objectives, and assessment methods.<br>• Work with the Associate Dean for Curriculum and the Associate Dean for Program Evaluation and Assessment to ensure compliance with LCME standards.<br>• Work collaboratively with directors, coordinators and staff to ensure effective communication and consistency across MU SOM sites regarding courses, clerkships, and other educational activities.</p><p>Faculty and Staff Collaboration<br>• Assist in developing annual faculty teaching assignments and recruitment of faculty for teaching roles.<br>• Collaborate with staff, IT, and simulation teams to optimize learning resources and technology integration.<br>• Serve as a liaison to the MU SOM Curriculum Committee and its subcommittees, ensuring Springfield representation and input.</p><p>Student Support<br>• Support student development and success through collaboration with campus leadership.<br>• Participate in institutional processes that review and recognize student performance.</p><p>Compliance and Accreditation<br>• Help ensure compliance with LCME standards related to curriculum delivery, evaluation, and learning environment.<br>• Assist in preparing reports, data, and documentation for accreditation or internal review.<br>• Participate in quality assurance and program evaluation processes.</p><p>Leadership and Governance<br>• Contribute to strategic planning, policy development, and implementation related to academic programs, especially as they may relate to Springfield campus.<br>• Attend all required curriculum-related leadership meetings and institutional initiatives at MU SOM.<br>• Perform other duties as assigned <br> </p><p>Supervisory Responsibilities<br>• Help oversee staff and faculty who contribute to curriculum delivery at the Springfield campus.<br> </p><p>Summary of Authority<br>• The Associate Dean, Springfield holds administrative authority for the position, including staffing, supervision, performance management, and employment decisions.<br>• The Associate Dean for Curriculum holds functional authority for curriculum standards, content, assessment, delivery expectations, and LCME curriculum compliance.<br>• Work priorities are determined collaboratively, with curriculum direction led by the Associate Dean for Curriculum and operational execution led by the Associate Dean, Springfield.<br> </p></span>
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