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Position Title: Associate Dean for Student Affairs, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell

School/Division: School of Medicine

Office: Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell

Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time

Description:

• Lead and oversee the planning and delivery of programs and services that support medical students, including student events and recognition initiatives.
• Provide strategic direction for the Office of Student Affairs, ensuring alignment with the school's mission, values, and accreditation standards.
• Guide students in areas such as academic progression, professional identity formation, and personal development.
• Collaborate across departments to foster a supportive, relationship-based learning environment.
• Represent the school at regional and national conferences, sharing best practices and engaging in professional development.
• Contribute to teaching, scholarship, and service activities as appropriate.
• Participate in quality improvement and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Performs other related duties and special projects assigned.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution required.
• At least 5-10 years of significant leadership experience in medical education, student affairs, academic administration, or a related healthcare leadership environment.
• Approachable leadership style and proven ability to lead effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented setting.
• Superior organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a supportive environment for all learners.
• Ability to exercise mature, independent judgment.
• Strong attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent task and priority management skills; ability to oversee multiple initiatives and events concurrently.
• Extensive computing experience and proficiency with software including Microsoft Office, Google suite, Qualtrics, Zoom, and student information systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience advising, mentoring, or providing support services to medical students preferred.

EEO Statement:

About Hofstra University

Hofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the w...orld who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.

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