Medical Education Prog Mgr in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Medical Education Prog Mgr
Requisition ID req37443
Working Title Medical Education Prog Mgr
Position Grade 13
Position Summary

Position Summary:

The Medical Education Program Manager provides high-level management and oversight of the Department of Surgerys educational programs, including residency and fellowship training, clerkships, and related academic initiatives. This position ensures compliance with accreditation and institutional requirements, coordinates program operations, and supports the development and continuous improvement of surgical education across all levels of training.

The Medical Education Program Manager plays a critical role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the education programs within the department, which includes five residency programs (general surgery, otolaryngology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, urology and vascular surgery), two fellowship programs (acute care surgery and surgical oncology), medical student programs (clerkship and sub-Is) and an APP fellowship.

Key responsibilities include providing oversight and guidance to program coordinators in managing daily residency and fellowship program operations, ensuring adherence to ACGME, LCME, institutional, and departmental standards.; supervise and provide leadership to program coordinators and administrative staff, including training, performance management, and workflow oversight; serve as the primary administrative liaison between program leadership, faculty, institutional offices, and accrediting bodies; and work with coordinators to manage educational budgets, track expenditures, and ensure appropriate allocation. In addition to these leadership duties, the Medical Education Program Manager directly coordinates the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency Program (12 residents), supported by program staff.

The successful candidate will be a dependable and results-driven professional who demonstrates strong leadership, strategic decision-making, and team management skills, and is able to work effectively both independently and in collaboration with others.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 6 years of experience 2 of which are supervisory level experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising administrative and clerical staff, with a focus on team development and support
• Experience with medical education

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in drafting professional correspondence with strong command of grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and cloud-based file management systems

Additional Requirements
Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department SOM Surgery (523A)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status Exempt
Pay Monthly: $4,277.87 - $6,009.47
Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required Yes
For Best Consideration Date 8/4/2026
Eligible for Hiring Incentive
Eligible for Remote Work Yes
Eligible for Remote Work Statement This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule.
Application Instructions

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Application RequirementsPlease submit the following materials for consideration: Updated cover letter Resume Three professional references

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