Dean Job at Adtalem Global Education (Bridgetown)

Job Description

Adtalem Global Education (“Adtalem”) is seeking an accomplished, visionary dean to lead Ross University School of Medicine (“RUSM” or “Ross Med”). As the U.S. and countries worldwide continue to grapple with healthcare delivery and the size and composition of the physician workforce, this is a rare opportunity for an academic leader to strengthen and grow an international medical school that significantly contributes to the nation’s physician workforce. The Dean of Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM) will be the senior academic leader, providing visionary leadership and strategic direction to ensure educational excellence and student success. Reporting directly to the President of Adtalem Medical and Veterinary (MedVet), the Dean will focus on all aspects of medical education, including curriculum development, faculty excellence, and student outcomes. This position will be based on the Bridgetown, Barbados campus, fostering a strong connection with the academic community, students, and local stakeholders.

Job Responsibility

Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction to ensure educational excellence and student success
Focus on all aspects of medical education, including curriculum development, faculty excellence, and student outcomes
Develop and implement a strategic vision for academic excellence at RUSM
Lead efforts to enhance RUSM’s academic reputation and impact through program innovation, faculty development, and continuous improvement in student success
Ensure high medical education and clinical training standards
Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of RUSM’s medical curriculum
Collaborate with faculty and academic leadership to integrate new teaching methods, technologies, and assessments
Lead initiatives to assess and enhance the effectiveness of the curriculum
Recruit, retain, and develop a diverse and high-performing faculty
Oversee faculty evaluation and development processes
Champion faculty collaboration and engagement in research, clinical education, and interdisciplinary initiatives
Ensure that RUSM consistently achieves high student outcomes
Lead initiatives to support student success
Collaborate with the COO and student services teams to address student needs
Serve as RUSM’s academic representative to external stakeholders
Foster strong relationships with faculty, students and staff
Engage with the local community and government in Barbados
Work closely with the leadership of Adtalem, AUC and the COO to align academic initiatives with operational priorities
Participate in strategic planning and execution within the MedVet segment
Leverage opportunities for collaboration within the Adtalem network

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent terminal medical degree
Academic credentials qualifying for the rank of full professor
Active medical license recognized in the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, or Canada preferred
Increasingly responsible leadership experience in medical education
Significant responsibility in an academic administrative role such as associate dean or campus dean
Proven track record in curriculum development, accreditation processes, and strategic planning
Experience driving academic outcomes, including student performance metrics and faculty development
Strong academic leadership skills that inspire and engage faculty, staff, and students
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build partnerships and foster collaboration
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions and drive continuous improvement in academic programs

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