The University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Columbia, SC is seeking a student-centered faculty member to serve as the Assistant Dean for Pre-clerkship Curriculum. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education, the Assistant Dean plays a key leadership role in the delivery and advancement of the pre-clerkship curriculum. This position involves working closely with course, block and thread directors, the curriculum committee, and basic science departments to ensure curricular integration, quality, and alignment with the medical school program objectives. The Assistant Dean also champions initiatives that enhance student success, promote faculty development, and encourage innovation in curriculum design and teaching. The Assistant Dean for Pre-Clerkship Curriculum will help shape the early medical education experience through innovative curriculum development, faculty collaboration, and student support. Broad knowledge of frameworks related to educational technology, precision medical education, and AI in medical education are strongly preferred.

The University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia is nationally recognized for its student-focused learning environment, early clinical exposure, and commitment to training compassionate, practice-ready physicians who serve communities across South Carolina and beyond.  If you’re passionate about advancing medical education and making a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you:

Apply here: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/185307

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or  expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical  conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Qualified candidates will hold an MD, DO, or PhD degree in a biomedical field from an accredited university and have at least three years of progressively responsible leadership experience in a medical school or academic health center. Candidates must be eligible for a faculty appointment at the School of Medicine-Columbia and have demonstrated a record of scholarly achievement, teaching experience, and service commensurate with the rank of clinical associate professor or clinical professor. 
Preferred Qualifications: Broad knowledge of frameworks related to educational technology, precision medical education, and AI in medical education is strongly preferred.

About University of South Carolina School of Medicine-Columbia

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

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