Regional Associate Dean

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal academic officer for the Spokane regional campus, ensuring educational quality and accreditation compliance.
• Facilitate community and connection among students through didactic and clinical experiences, including Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships.
• Lead clinical preceptor recruitment and onboarding, focusing on underserved and rural regional areas.
• Manage regional partnerships with medical providers and oversee affiliation agreements.
• Oversee regional campus administrative staff and support the student and faculty experience.
• Collaborate with College of Medicine leadership to align regional activities with the institutional mission.
• Partner with community and K-12 systems to provide mentorship and service, specifically focusing on indigenous populations.

Requirements

• Board-certified or eligible physician (MD, DO, MBBS or equivalent).
• Current or previous appointment at the Associate rank or equivalent at a post-secondary institution.
• Proven record of accomplishments in teaching, research, clinical work, or service commensurate with academic rank.
• Ability to be present on the Spokane regional campus for in-person engagement and teaching.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering academic access and opportunity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical experience in family medicine, internal medicine, or emergency medicine.
• At least 5 years of precepting experience.
• At least 3 years of medical education administration experience.
• Experience with LCME accreditation and participation in survey visits.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid sick and vacation leave and paid holidays.
• Retirement programs and deferred compensation options.
• Administrative stipend eligibility for the Associate Dean role.

About the Company

Washington State University is a premier land-grant university with campuses across the state. The Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine is dedicated to training the next generation of physicians to serve the diverse needs of Washington state, with a strong emphasis on innovation, excellence, and community impact.