UT Assistant Dean of Preclinical Education in Ivins, Utah at Rocky Vista University

Rocky Vista University

Rocky Vista University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Rocky Vista University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
UT Assistant Dean of Preclinical Education

US-UT-Ivins

Job ID: 2026-3526
# of Openings: 1
Category: Academic Administrative Faculty
Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Overview

Rocky Vista University in Ivins, UT has an opening for a

Assistant Dean of Preclinical Education (Full-Time)

To be considered for this position applicants should submit a resume/cover letter and salary requirements on our Careers page at www.rvu.edu.

SALARY:

$119,000 to $160,000+ per year depending on experience and Faculty rank. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill, knowledge, experience, education, and credentials. The RVU Rank and Promotions Committee will determine rank of any finalist.

BENEFITS:

RVU offers a full benefits package that includes 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision insurance, along with 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, personal days, 13 ½ paid holidays and 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee’s contribution. Join us in an environment where in-office work is the primary focus, complemented by hybrid work flexibility for eligible positions.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence: We are Rocky Vista University (RVU), a diverse, equitable, and inclusive healthcare education university that recognizes, values, and respects the commonalities and differences reflected in our students, staff, faculty, and alumni. We strive to be compassionate healthcare educators and practitioners who embrace and champion inclusive excellence.

RVU is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Responsibilities

1. Demonstrate an active and consistent commitment to the mission of Rocky Vista University and its College of Osteopathic Medicine
2. Develop and maintain positive relationships faculty, staff, and students in Utah and Colorado in conjunction with the Assistant Dean of Preclinical Program Assessment
3. Manage and coordinate faculty and course directors to create a unified and cohesive curriculum
4. Lead and manage the Preclinical Capstone courses and help prepare students for COMLEX Level 1 and USMLE Step 1 preparedness
5. Maintain a high level of communication and collaboration with the Department of Clinical Education to ensure cohesive and integrated educational experience through years 1-4
6. Develop the policies and procedures for the preclinical education of RVUCOM students
7. Assist in the development of the preclinical curriculum
8. Possess the ability to deliver and assess student performance of the preclinical curriculum of the COM,
9. Ensure the delivery and continuous evaluation and improvement of the preclinical curriculum.
10. Work with faculty and administration to implement the integration of clinical knowledge and skills, biomedical sciences and osteopathic principles and practices throughout pre-doctoral education to advance RVUCOM students’ professionalism, knowledge, skills, and competencies to the level required for osteopathic graduate medical education
11. Assist in the evaluation of need-based purchases for the preclinical education department, including support for educational and audio-visual resources, travel, teaching and research resources, and any other related products
12. Assure the advancement and integration of high standards for ethical and professional behavior in all aspects for RVUCOM and personnel
13. Participate in institutional and COM service as designated by the Associate Dean of Preclinical Education
14. Other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean of Preclinical Education

Qualifications

1. Assist the Faculty and Administrators with special project assignments

2. Promote a high reputation of RVU and its COM campuses

3. Participate in media and public relations activities to further the mission of RVUCOM